Data Cloud Platform Architect

Data Cloud Platform Architect – Porto, Portugal

Are you a Data Cloud Platform Architect seeking a new interesting challenge? If your answer is yes, it can be just what you're looking for.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

- Deep expertise in AWS data services, with exposure to Azure data services, including Lambda, Glue, Step Functions, and Redshift.

- Extensive experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and CloudFormation.

- Proven ability to define and enforce data governance and security standards.

- Demonstrated experience leading large‑scale data migration and optimisation projects.

- Strong programming skills in Python and SQL, with experience in prototyping and setting coding standards.

- Experience with Iceberg tables and managing large datasets efficiently.

- Proficiency in designing scalable and efficient data solutions on AWS, following best practices for cloud architecture and infrastructure.

- Experience with orchestration tools such as Apache Airflow and AWS Step Functions.

- Knowledge of ETL tools and experience working with large volumes of data, with a preference for experience with Kafka.

- Proactive approach to production monitoring and troubleshooting.

- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to provide technical leadership and mentorship.

- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to analyse requirements and propose innovative solutions.

- Experience in writing solution documents and technical documentation.

- Lead the implementation and enforcement of data governance and security standards across cloud platforms.

- Oversee the implementation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform and CloudFormation.

- Lead optimisation projects, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency.

- Apply hands‑on coding skills in Python and SQL to prototype solutions and establish coding standards.

- Develop robust solution architectures with a focus on scalability, performance, security, and cost optimisation.

- Design efficient data models and optimise query performance for large datasets.

- Manage ETL processes and data integration into Redshift, DuckDB, and PostgreSQL.

- Set up and manage logging and tracing mechanisms in AWS using services such as CloudTrail and X‑Ray.

- Implement orchestration solutions using Apache Airflow and AWS Step Functions.

- Utilise Athena for interactive query analysis of large datasets in Amazon S3.

- Provide technical leadership and act as a subject matter expert in cloud data engineering.

- Write comprehensive solution and technical documentation.

- Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends.

- Challenge business requirements and propose innovative solutions for efficiency and performance improvement.

- Workplace: Porto + hybrid work

- Work Schedule: 9AM to 6PM

- Permanent contract

- Competitive salary and a flexible compensation plan adapted to your needs (Ticket restaurant plan + Health Insurance).

- Career development plan and annual performance‑based compensation reviews.

- Onboarding program and robust learning platforms.

- Referral bonus for successful hires.

- Global multicultural workforce.

- Appreciations, incentives, team building activities, diversity and inclusion programs, sustainability activities, corporate events.

Location and Employment

Porto, Portugal | Full‑time | Permanent contract | Hybrid schedule 9AM to 6PM.

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