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.


Pre-Screening Notes – Data Architect
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