Senior Data Architect

Senior Data Architect
Setúbal
Setúbal, Setubal, Portugal

We are looking for an experienced Data Architect to drive the design and evolution of
- scale data platforms within a
- scale project in the financial sector.

This is a strategic and highly technical role, with strong impact on the definition and implementation of scalable,
- performance data solutions.

Main Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable, resilient, and secure Big Data architectures.
• Configure and manage distributed environments (on-premises or cloud) for
  - scale data processing.
• Develop and maintain data pipelines using Apache Airflow , including complex DAG design, monitoring, and CI/CD best practices.
• Build and optimize batch and streaming applications using Apache Spark .
• Lead technical
  - making regarding data storage, processing, governance, and system integration.
• Collaborate with engineering, analytics, and business teams to ensure data quality, availability, and consistency.
• Produce clear and structured documentation of architectures, data flows, and technical components.

Technical Skills:

• Proven experience as a Big Data Architect or in a similar senior technical role.
• Strong expertise in Apache Spark (Py
  Spark, SQL, performance tuning).
• Solid
  - on experience with Apache Airflow (DAGs, operators, sensors).
• Deep understanding of distributed systems, clusters, containerization, and orchestration (Kubernetes is a plus).
• Experience configuring Linux environments, including networking, security, and automation.
• Strong knowledge of Big Data technologies such as Hadoop, Hive, Kafka, Delta Lake , etc.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong analytical and
  - solving skills with a focus on scalable solution design.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with
  - based architectures.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Git
  Lab, Jenkins, Argo).
• Knowledge of relational and No
  SQL databases.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to balance analytical detail with
  - level synthesis.
• Adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Team spirit.
• Client-focused mindset.