Remote Data Architect

Our start-up environment is collaborative, innovative, and open to new ideas. We strive to cultivate a work culture that encourages individual growth, team empowerment, and project excellence. We value respect, teamwork, and the common purpose that binds us as a group. If you're ready to thrive in a dynamic start-up environment and be part of our family, supported by one of the largest companies in the world, we invite you to read further.

About the Team and the Hub:

• Our culture is centered around fostering individual growth and team empowerment within a flexible and supportive environment.
• We prioritize respect, teamwork, and inclusivity, recognizing and valuing the unique contributions of each member.
• We embrace a work-life balance philosophy and encourage continuous personal and professional development.

The Role:

• Are you an experienced Data Architect with a passion for designing and building scalable data solutions? Do you excel at translating business requirements into robust data architectures? If so, we want you to join our team as a Data Architect. As a Data Architect at Volkswagen Digital:Hub, you will:
• Design and Implement: Create and manage end-to-end data architectures that meet the needs of our business and technical teams.
• Collaborate: Work closely with stakeholders, including data engineers, analysts, and business leaders, to understand requirements and develop data strategies.
• Optimize: Ensure data architectures are efficient, scalable, and secure, optimizing performance and reliability.
• Innovate: Stay current with industry trends and technologies, bringing innovative solutions to the table.
• Guide: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to data engineering teams, promoting best practices and high standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive data architecture frameworks, including data models, data integration, and data management practices.
• Design and implement data storage solutions (e.g., databases, data warehouses, data lakes) that align with business requirements.
• Ensure data quality, governance, and security standards are met across all data solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and translate them into technical specifications.
• Evaluate and integrate new data technologies and tools, ensuring they align with the overall data strategy.
• Provide technical leadership in data architecture, guiding the development and implementation of data solutions.

Requirements:

• Experience: 10+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or a related field.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in data modeling, database design, and data warehousing concepts. Strong knowledge of SQL, NoSQL databases, and big data technologies (e.g., Flink, Spark).
• Tools: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), data modelling, and data governance frameworks.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and collaboration skills, and a strategic mindset.
• Bonus Points: Experience with DBT, Data Vault modelling, machine learning frameworks, real-time data processing, or data visualization tools.

What we offer:

• Fully remote work capability, with an option to work from our office when needed.
• Access to professional development tools and free language courses.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate personal and professional needs.
• A competitive holiday package and access to a variety of employee discounts.

Join us at Volkswagen Digital:Hub to advance your career in a role where your administrative skills will directly contribute to the success and smooth operation of our innovative projects.

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