Principal Data Architect

Storm2
Leeds
1 year ago
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£140,000-£150,000 ($170,800 - $183,000 USD)


About Us:


We are arapidly scaling, series B funded digital payments platformtransforming the global payment landscape. Backed by multiple funding rounds, we are expanding our team to build cutting-edge infrastructure and drive business growth.


The Role:


As aPrincipal Data Architect, you will lead the design and implementation of scalable, reliable, and efficient data infrastructure to support business objectives. You’ll collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, and business stakeholders to create architectural standards and drive best practices.


Responsibilities:


  • Lead the design and maintenance of scalable data architectures for large volumes of financial data.
  • Define and implement data modeling standards to ensure consistency, optimization, and integrity.
  • Work with data engineers to build and optimize data pipelines for diverse data sources.
  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance our data infrastructure.
  • Mentor junior data team members and foster a culture of innovation.
  • Ensure compliance with data governance, security, and regulatory policies.
  • Champion data quality initiatives like profiling, cleansing, and validation.



Qualification:


  • 12+ years of experience in data architecture, database design, and modeling, preferably in fintech or financial services.
  • Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), big data technologies (Snowflake, Redshift), and distributed computing frameworks (Spark).
  • Experience with AI/ML models using cloud tools like SageMaker, Databricks, etc.
  • Proficiency in relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra).
  • Hands-on experience with data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and integration tools (e.g., Apache Kafka, Fivetran).
  • Strong understanding of data governance, security, and compliance regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
  • Certifications in relevant technologies (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer) are a plus.


Benefits:


  • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous paid time off
  • Continuous learning and development opportunities


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