Director, Data Architecture & Engineering
Core
Director leading multiple teams and managers for cloud modernization, data platform strategy, and architecture across large Azure programs.
Role type
Director, Data Architecture & Engineering (Delivery)
Builds
Cloud modernization roadmaps, data lakehouse architectures (Databricks), and reusable engineering models for enterprise clients.
Domain
Cloud Computing / Data Engineering / Enterprise Architecture
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Azure architecture, Databricks lakehouse design, Delta Lake optimization, streaming and batch processing, Unity Catalog governance, multi-region deployment, CI/CD, Agile program management, executive stakeholder communication, technical strategy definition, team leadership, mentorship.
Preferred skills
Experience with Snowflake, Fabric, Power BI, AI-assisted development practices, sales/pursuit leadership.
Technologies
Azure, Databricks, Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, Snowflake, Fabric, Power BI
Responsibilities
Lead architecture and technical strategy for large Azure programs; define modernization blueprints and reference architectures; translate business strategy into cloud architecture roadmaps; mentor Senior Architects and Delivery Architects; lead executive conversations on cloud modernization and AI adoption; oversee staffing and resource alignment across teams; define interview standards and development plans; drive sales opportunities as Technical Solution Lead.
Seniority
Director, organization-wide technical leader & people manager