Senior Data & AI Architect to develop and implement a comprehensive architecture strategy that leverages Azure data platform, Azure Databricks and Informat

Senior Data & AI Architect to develop and implement a comprehensive architecture strategy that leverages Azure data platform, Azure Databricks and Informatica-15624

Location Address: CAN, Ontario, Toronto

Hybrid - 3 days in office

Contract Duration: 6 months (Possibility of extension & conversion to FTE)

Schedule Hours: 9 am-5 pm Monday-Friday; standard 37.5 hrs/week or 8 am-4 pm if they prefer.

Please note: Flexibility is essential, as the role may require working early or late hours to coordinate with teams in different time zones.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced data architect to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing our IT and data solution using the Azure data platform and Informatica product suite. Your expertise will ensure seamless integration and operation of these platforms to enhance our customer engagement, streamline internal processes, and drive business growth.

The ideal candidate will:

• Conduct a thorough discovery of current operations and tool usage.

• Assess the maturity of existing processes and tools.

• Identify activities needed to drive operational efficiency.

• Develop a comprehensive roadmap for consistent tool usage.

• Guide the organization towards efficient opportunities and best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive architecture strategy that leverages Azure data platform, Azure Databricks and Informatica product suite

• Ensure seamless integration between these platforms to support business operations and digital marketing initiatives.

• Design scalable and secure solutions that meet business requirements and industry best practices.

• Ensure high availability and reliability of all systems, proactively identify areas for improvement, implementing redundancies and failover mechanisms as necessary.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, marketing, sales, and customer service, to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements.

• Utilize data analytics to assess the effectiveness of digital marketing strategies and make data-driven recommendations for improvement.

• Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in digital marketing and data/AI architecture.

• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement and innovation.

• Conduct assessments of the technology stack to ensure optimal performance and compliance with industry standards.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations, processes, and integrations.

• Develop and present reports on system performance, and project progress to stakeholders.

Candidate Requirements/Must Have Skills:

• 10+ years of experience

• Demonstrated strong ability to design and implement complex IT and digital marketing solutions.

• Expert level of technical knowledge and understanding of IT architecture, application systems design, and integration with large-scale deployments.

• Proven experience in operations and digital marketing, with a strong focus on AWS Connect, Salesforce, and the Adobe Experience product suite.

• Strong understanding of cloud computing, Operations contact center systems, and digital marketing technologies.

Nice-To-Have Skills:

• Relevant certifications in AWS, Salesforce, or Adobe Experience Manager are a plus. (Below are requirements included from Template description)

• ITILv3 certifications are a plus.

• Strong understanding of relational data structures, theories, principles, and practices is preferred.

• Knowledge and skills in data warehousing methodologies and tools are preferred.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Marketing, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.