JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in Data Architecture, Enterprise Data Architecture, or a closely related architecture role.
• Strong background in Data Architecture, particularly in designing and implementing enterprise data solutions.
• Hands-on experience and proficiency in SQL and database architecture, including data modeling and database design.
• Mandatory hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and its data platform capabilities. Microsoft Fabric experience is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Data Warehouse/Lakehouse Architecture, ETL/ELT processes, and data integration.
• Understanding of APIs, application integration, data governance, data security, and data quality.
• Ability to define data architecture standards, integration patterns, and technical design frameworks.
• Experience reviewing technical designs and providing architectural guidance to engineering teams.
• A strong architectural background is required. Prior experience managing or leading engineering teams is not mandatory.
• Open to candidates from BPO and non-BPO industries. Industry background is not a restriction, provided candidates have hands-on experience in Data Architecture, SQL, and Microsoft Azure.
• Must be willing to work on-site in EDSA Greenfield, on a night shift schedule, with possible weekend work.
• Must be available to start ASAP or within the required hiring timeline.

TOP 3 NON-NEGOTIABLE TECHNICAL SKILLS

1. Data Architecture – Strong understanding of enterprise data architecture, data modeling, and data platform design.
2. SQL – Proficiency in SQL, database architecture, and data management.
3. Microsoft Azure – Hands-on experience with Azure data and cloud architecture. This is mandatory.

ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Data Warehouse / Lakehouse Architecture
• ETL/ELT and Data Integration
• APIs and Application Integration
• Data Governance, Data Lineage, and Data Quality
• Cloud Architecture, Security, and Data Privacy
• Microsoft Fabric
• Architecture Documentation and Design Patterns

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS (NOT MANDATORY)

• Azure Solutions Architect Expert / AZ-305
• TOGAF or equivalent architecture certification
• DAMA/CDMP or similar data management certification
• Microsoft Fabric certifications

INDUSTRY BACKGROUND

• BPO experience is NOT mandatory.
• Candidates from BPO and non-BPO industries are acceptable.
• Open to candidates from IT, technology, consulting, banking, financial services, shared services, and other industries.
• The primary consideration is hands-on experience in Data Architecture, SQL, and Microsoft Azure.
• Candidates with AWS or Google Cloud experience alone will not qualify. Microsoft Azure experience is mandatory.

IMPORTANT HIRING NOTES

• Prioritize candidates specializing in Data Architecture rather than purely Solution Architecture.
• Strong individual contributors with solid architecture experience are acceptable.
• Engineering team management or people leadership experience is not required.
• Certifications are preferred but not mandatory.