Sr. Data Architect

Why you’ll love Softchoice:
We are a software-focused IT solutions and services provider that equips organizations to be agile and innovative, and for their people to be engaged, connected, and creative at work. That means moving them to the cloud, helping them build the workplace of tomorrow, and enabling them to make smarter decisions about their technology. By doing these things we help them create success for their customers and their people.

We stand proudly for our people and support their success through career development and advancement. We are recognized and respected for our culture of inclusion and belonging, continuously striving to do what’s good for our people and communities.

The impact you'll have:

Drive customer initiatives, across North America, leveraging data and analytics services to solve their biggest and most complex challenges

Global data is expected to grow 10x by 2025. In an era of Big Data your role as a Senior Data Architect is more important than ever. Many organizations do not know how to access, organize, and use their data effectively. Your role will be to help organizations make sense of their growing data, creating insights that allow them to grow their business and compete in a disruptive world.

What you'll do:

• Develop end to end design of analytics solutions by translating client business requirements into technical specifications, specifically focusing on Microsoft Fabric
• Defining the analytics architecture framework, standards, and principles, including modeling, metadata, and security for client projects ranging from Proof-of-Concept (POC), Minimum Viable Product (MVP), or dev/test/production environments
• Provide technical oversight to solution delivery in creating business driven solutions adhering to the client’s architecture and data governance standards
• Work with Project Managers, client stakeholders, Solution and Journey Architects to drive projects to completion
• Be an advocate of data security principles and ensure appropriate security practices are embedded in any data/analytics strategy in any client project
• Delivering value by solving customer’s complex data or analytics problems
• Building Softchoice internal capabilities and best practices around data to continue to build our multi-cloud business
• Stay up to date on current data and analytics trends within the market and be involved in practice development

What you'll bring to the table:

• At least 15 years of extensive architecture and design experience with secure, complex applications across various data sources and multi-cloud platforms.
• Experience architecting analytics platforms with Databricks and/or Fabric preferred.
• Highly proficient in distributed computing and data principles and familiar with key architectural frameworks such as, but not limited to, TOGAF, DMBok.
• Has at least 10 years of experience designing solutions leveraging a diverse assortment of data sources, formats, and architectural patterns including batch, streaming, and transactional.
• Solid knowledge of common database technologies; structured, unstructured and OSS.
• Understanding of data governance, data dictionaries, data security, and Master Data Management.
• Deep understanding of when to use complex data and analytics services to solve enterprise data challenges.
• At least 10 years’ experience to accelerate a customer’s digital transformation which can incorporate any of the following: advanced analytics, BI tools, artificial intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, and Big Data.
• Strong understanding and working knowledge of scripting languages and automation.
• Excellent presentation and verbal skills and comfortable in front of a white board driving architectural and decision-making sessions.
• Problem-solving and consultative mindset.
• Proven track record of driving decisions collaboratively, resolving conflicts & ensuring follow through.
• Comfortable dealing with the unknown and able to work with clients to define business outcomes.

Not sure if you qualify? Think about applying anyway:

We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role.

At Softchoice, we offer opportunities to a diverse group including those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to corporate tech, returning to work after a gap in employment, or looking to transition and take the next step in your career, we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• The People: You’ll thrive in our collaborative environment, surrounded by incredible colleagues who foster support and innovation, driving our collective success
• High-Performing Culture: At Softchoice, we are dedicated to achieving our goals and committed to success for our customers and each other
• Flexibility: Plan your workdays in a way that suits you best
• Award-Winning Workplace: Proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for 19 consecutive years
• Inclusive Culture: We are committed to an inclusive culture where every team member can be their authentic self
• Competitive Benefits: Benefit from competitive perks that start on day one

Inclusion & Equal opportunity employment:

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion & belonging. People seeking employment at Softchoice are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Require accommodation? We are ready to help:

We are proud to provide interview & employment accommodation during the recruitment and hiring process. If you require any accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please reach out directly to asktalentacquisition@softchoice.com. We are committed to working with you to best meet your needs.

Our commitment to your experience:

We are committed to the safety of all applicants and team members. With that in mind, we have implemented digital interviewing for everyone. We understand that you may need to interview with distractions around you (such as children or furry friends) and we will be doing the same.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

When you join Softchoice, we will onboard you remotely. Don't worry. It's quick, simple and you'll be connected with your new team in no time.

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