Data Architect
Qualysoft
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Romania
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About the role
- Act as a hands-on data architect, directly shaping and implementing scalable, secure, and high-performing data solutions across Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and hybrid environments;
- Lead the end-to-end design and modeling of data architectures, translating strategic business goals into actionable technical roadmaps and robust, well-documented designs;
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams to build and optimize data models, pipelines, and storage solutions using modern technologies like dbt, Google Cloud Pub/Sub, Dataflow, Cloud Composer, Dataproc, and Dataform;
- Articulate and enforce the impact of architectural choices on non-functional requirements such as scalability, performance, availability, and security;
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams on data modeling, integration, and performance, fostering a culture of engineering excellence;
- Construct, advocate for, and drive the adoption of architectural principles, standards, and reference patterns at a company-wide level;
- Support cloud migration strategies with a sharp focus on data transformation, optimization, and ensuring long-term architectural consistency;
- Continuously research and evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to inspire and drive architectural improvements both within and beyond your immediate area of responsibility;
- Inform and influence the technology evaluation process, applying a deep understanding of large-scale computing solutions and enterprise technology trends.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a hands-on Data Architect or in a similar senior engineering role with a track record of designing and implementing large-scale data solutions;
- Deep, hands-on mastery of Google Cloud Platform (GCP), especially Google BigQuery (advanced modeling, cost optimization, performance tuning, and orchestration);
- Extensive knowledge of diverse database technologies (relational, NoSQL) and modern data paradigms such as Data Mesh, Data Fabric, and Lakehouse;
- Strong hands-on proficiency in Python, with a commitment to applying Clean Code principles and software engineering best practices;
- Experience with the modern Google Cloud data stack, including technologies like dbt, Cloud Pub/Sub, Dataflow, Cloud Composer, Dataproc, and Dataform;
- A strong track record in engineering robust data solutions across both streaming and batch paradigms, particularly leveraging serverless technologies;
- Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate effectively within cross-functional, globally distributed teams;
- Excellent communication skills in English (both written and verbal), with the ability to convey complex technical concepts with clarity to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Benefits
- Premium medical package
- Lunch Tickets & Pluxee Card
- Bookster subscription
- 13th salary and yearly bonuses
- Enterprise job security with a startup mentality (diverse & engaging environment, international exposure, flat hierarchy) under the stability of a secure multinational
- A supportive culture (we value ownership, autonomy, and healthy work-life balance) with great colleagues, team events and activities
- Flexible working program and openness to remote work
- Collaborative mindset – employees shape their own benefits, tools, team events and internal practices
- Diverse opportunities in Software Development with international exposure
- Flexibility to choose projects aligned with your career path and technical goals
- Access to leading learning platforms, courses, and certifications (Pluralsight, Udemy, Microsoft, Google Cloud)
- Career growth & learning – mentorship programs, certifications, professional development opportunities, and above-market salary
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
data architecturedata modelingdata integrationdata transformationPythonClean Code principlesperformance tuningcost optimizationstreaming data solutionsbatch data solutions
Soft Skills
leadershipcollaborationcommunicationmentorshipengineering excellenceinfluencetechnical guidancecross-functional teamworkclarity in technical conceptsadvocacy for architectural principles