Senior Data Architect

Senior Data Architect
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, 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.