The Lead Data Architect is a data expert who helps establish database design, development, and maintenance standards as well as well as data systems governance. As a member of the product development team, the Lead Data Architect will serve as a hands-on data architect and help Scrum teams with the design and development of databases and data storage. The position exposes individuals to the complete Secure Software Development Life Cycle.

Who should apply?

10+ years of hands-on experience in Microsoft SQL Server database development and administration roles

Extensive knowledge of T-SQL; writing complex queries, stored procedures, functions, performance tuning and optimization of SQL code

3+ years of experience using Microsoft SSIS and/or Azure Data Factory

2+ years of experience designing and implementing ETL and ELT solutions

Strong experience with NoSQL data storage such as Azure Cosmos DB (minimum 1+ years)

Strong experience with Microsoft Azure Cloud (minimum 3+ years)

Extensive knowledge and experience with data tools such as SQL Profiler, Extended Events, and SQL Trace

Strong experience with SQL Replication and clustering

Strong experience with data warehouse implementation and governance

Experience using Microsoft Azure PaaS services and functions

Expert knowledge of performance use and maintaining SQL Server Indexes

Proven ability to lead projects, as well as be able to work in a team environment

Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field from an accredited university

Microsoft Azure data-related certifications are a plus