Principal Cloud Data Platform Architect - AI-Native Connectivity Platform
Core
Architecting and leading the next generation of an AI-Native data connectivity platform that powers seamless, secure, and intelligent access to data across cloud and on-prem environments.
Role type
Principal Cloud Data Platform Architect
Builds
AI-native connectivity platform, intelligent connectors, unified data access, and secure credential management systems
Domain
Cloud data platforms, distributed systems, AI-driven data connectivity
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure
Required skills
Cloud data platforms, distributed systems, connectivity architectures, authentication/authorization, identity management, credential management, microservices, domain-driven design, connector ecosystem development, hybrid architecture design, technical vision setting, engineering mentorship
Preferred skills
Semantic layers, data catalogs, metadata-driven systems, cloud-native capabilities on AWS/Azure/GCP, multi-tenant deployments, regulated enterprise environments
Technologies
AWS, Azure, GCP, Java, Go, Python, C++, OAuth, IAM, secrets management
Responsibilities
Define architecture and long-term vision for AI-native connectivity platform; Reimagine connectivity using AI for intelligent connector generation and schema discovery; Design AI-assisted workflows for credential management and policy inference; Drive scalable connectivity across AWS, Azure, GCP, and hybrid environments; Establish extensible frameworks for connector development; Partner with leadership to shape platform strategy; Ensure enterprise-grade security and compliance; Provide thought leadership and mentoring for engineers.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategy & mentorship