Job Title: Database Architect
Location: Minnesota (Remote/Hybrid)
Experiance : 8+ years
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Azure Database Architect to support a large-scale cloud modernization initiative focused on building a centralized Azure Data Lakehouse environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience designing, implementing, and optimizing Azure database solutions, data lakes, and cloud-based data architectures while ensuring security, scalability, and high performance.
Key Responsibilities
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Design, implement, and maintain Azure database and Data Lakehouse solutions.
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Architect scalable and secure data storage solutions in Azure.
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Develop logical and physical data models to support enterprise applications.
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Build and optimize Azure Data Lakes and relational/non-relational databases.
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Design and implement ETL/data transformation solutions.
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Configure and optimize Azure SQL databases, Managed Instances, and Elastic Pools.
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Monitor database performance and optimize data access patterns.
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Implement backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies.
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Ensure data security through RBAC, encryption, and network security best practices.
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Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for database deployments.
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Utilize Azure Data Factory, Azure Monitor, Azure CLI/PowerShell, SQL Analytics, and Query Performance Insight for administration and monitoring.
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Collaborate with architects, developers, and business stakeholders to deliver enterprise data solutions.
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Mentor database engineers and provide technical leadership.
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Create and maintain technical documentation and architecture artifacts.
Required Skills
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10+ years of experience in Database Architecture or Data Management.
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Strong expertise in Azure SQL Database, Managed Instances, and Azure Data Lake.
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Hands-on experience with Azure Databricks.
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Strong experience with Oracle Database.
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Experience designing and implementing cloud-based data platforms.
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Experience with Azure Data Factory and Azure data loading utilities.
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Strong knowledge of ETL, data transformation, and data integration.
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Experience with CI/CD pipelines for database deployments.
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Knowledge of cloud computing concepts and Azure infrastructure.
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Experience with Azure Monitor, Azure Resource Manager (ARM), Azure CLI, PowerShell, SQL Analytics, and Query Performance Insight.
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Experience implementing backup, recovery, and geo-replication strategies.
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Strong understanding of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), encryption, and network security.
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Strong knowledge of data modeling, schema design, indexing strategies, and performance tuning.
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Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with Data Warehouse Administration and Teradata.
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Experience working on enterprise cloud modernization initiatives.
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Experience mentoring technical teams and leading architecture discussions.
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