Data Platform Architect

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Responsibilities

• ▹Designing end-to-end architectures for modern data platforms in cloud environments (Azure, AWS or GCP)
• ▹Defining target architectures for lakehouse, data warehouse and hybrid platform models
• ▹Owning architecture decisions on scalability, security, governance and cost optimization
• ▹Designing data architectures to support AI and ML use cases, including feature delivery and structured data products
• ▹Structuring data flows for batch and streaming scenarios
• ▹Defining modeling strategies (e.g. Data Vault 2.0 or Kimball dimensional modeling)
• ▹Ensuring integration of data governance and compliance requirements
• ▹Running architecture workshops, translating business requirements into robust technical concepts
• ▹Guiding engineering teams during implementation and ensuring architectural quality

Requirements

• ▹Several years (typically 5-8+) of experience in data architecture or data platform design
• ▹Solid knowledge of at least one cloud platform (Azure, AWS or GCP)
• ▹Deep understanding of modern lakehouse and data warehouse architectures
• ▹Experience defining scalable data models (Data Vault 2.0 and/or Kimball)
• ▹Architectural understanding of streaming and batch processing
• ▹Experience with security, access and governance concepts for data platforms
• ▹Ability to communicate complex technical topics in a structured, understandable way
• ▹Very good German and English skills

Nice to have

• ▹Multi-cloud experience
• ▹Involvement in transformation or modernization programs

Soft skills

What we offer

• ▹Flexible working hours, individual arrangements, workation and sabbaticals
• ▹Home office / mobile working as standard
• ▹Open-door, team-spirited culture with flat hierarchies
• ▹Global network of 12,000 talents across 20+ countries
• ▹Support for training, conferences and certifications
• ▹Location-specific extras (e.g. company bike program, occupational pension)
• ▹Working with cutting-edge technologies for leading international clients

About the company

GFT Technologies is a responsible, AI-centric global company in digital transformation, with its own Data Center of Excellence. It designs advanced data and AI transformation solutions for leading banks, insurers, industrial and robotics companies, with around 700 employees in Germany.