Data Architect, Microsoft Fabric
Job Description: • Develop and maintain scalable, secure, and efficient data architectures using Microsoft Fabric and Azure services, optimised for large data volumes and real-time analytics • Design and manage Azure cloud infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, security, and cost-efficiency across Fabric workloads • Implement data integration solutions using Microsoft Fabric Data Factory, Synapse Pipelines, Logic Apps, and other Azure-native tools • Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of databases using Azure SQL, Lakehouse architecture in OneLake, and Synapse SQL Pools • Establish and enforce data governance policies using Microsoft Purview and Fabric’s built-in governance features • Monitor and optimise Fabric-based data systems for performance, scalability, and reliability • Ensure data solutions comply with enterprise security standards and regulatory requirements • Collaborate with development teams to build end-to-end data solutions, integrating Power BI dashboards, Fabric Notebooks, and backend services (.NET, C#, JavaScript) • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Application Architects, Technical Leads, and Developers • Collaborate with distributed teams (onshore/offshore) and business stakeholders across 6–7 countries to design a consistent, unified platform Requirements: • 5+ years of experience in data architecture and cloud data platforms • Proven experience migrating large-scale workloads from Databricks (Delta Lake) to Microsoft Fabric • Strong grasp of data modeling, ETL/ELT design, and data warehousing using Fabric components • Hands-on expertise with Purview, OneLake, Synapse Pipelines, and Fabric governance/security • Collaborative mindset — able to work closely with cross-functional teams (engineers, analysts, and stakeholders) • Ability to prototype, test, and demonstrate Fabric solutions (not just blueprint design) • Background in Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, or related tooling is preferred • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field Benefits: • Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants • Prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type Apply tot his job