We are looking for an experienced Resident Solution Architect with strong expertise in Databricks, Modern Data Platforms, Cloud Architecture, and AI-driven solutions. The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing scalable enterprise data ecosystems, leading modernization initiatives, and enabling advanced analytics and AI transformation programs for global clients.

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement enterprise-scale data and analytics platforms using Databricks Lakehouse architecture
Lead end-to-end solution architecture for data engineering, cloud modernization, and AI initiatives
Collaborate with business stakeholders, engineering teams, and leadership to define scalable and secure data solutions
Drive data platform governance, security frameworks, and best practices across cloud environments
Architect high-performance ETL/ELT pipelines and streaming data solutions
Support migration from legacy data warehouses and Hadoop ecosystems to modern cloud lakehouse platforms
Enable AI/ML and Generative AI use cases leveraging modern Databricks capabilities
Provide technical leadership, estimation, architecture reviews, and client presentations

Requirements

Required Skills & Expertise

Data Engineering

Strong experience in Spark, PySpark, Delta Lake, Structured Streaming
Expertise in ETL/ELT design and data pipeline optimization
Experience with performance tuning and scalable distributed processing

Platform Architecture

Hands-on expertise with Unity Catalog and Databricks workspace architecture
Experience designing governance frameworks, security models, RBAC, and cluster policies
Knowledge of enterprise-grade platform administration and governance controls

Data Warehousing

Strong understanding of Medallion Architecture and Lakehouse concepts
Experience with Databricks SQL and dimensional data modeling
Expertise in enterprise data modeling and warehouse modernization

Cloud Infrastructure

Strong fundamentals in AWS, Azure, or GCP
Understanding of networking, IAM, storage services, compute services, and cloud security architecture
Experience designing scalable and secure cloud-native solutions

Cloud Integration

Experience integrating with SAP systems and enterprise applications
Knowledge of REST APIs, Kafka/Event Streaming, and Snowflake connectivity
Experience integrating analytics platforms like Power BI and Tableau

Data Migration

Experience in legacy DWH modernization and Hadoop migration projects
Expertise in ETL migration, CDC patterns, and migration frameworks
Ability to define migration strategies and execution roadmaps

CI/CD & DevOps

Experience with Git, Terraform, Databricks Asset Bundles
Hands-on exposure to Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions
Strong understanding of deployment automation and DevOps practices

Latest Technologies

Exposure to AI/ML, Generative AI, Agentic AI, Vector Databases, and RAG architectures
Knowledge of Mosaic AI and Lakehouse AI capabilities
Understanding of enterprise AI adoption patterns and modern AI frameworks

Consulting & Leadership Skills

Conduct discovery workshops and solution assessment sessions
Strong experience in solution architecture documentation and estimation models
Excellent client communication and executive presentation skills
Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and drive strategic discussions

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in enterprise consulting or global delivery environments
Databricks and cloud certifications are highly preferred
Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills

Resident Solution Architect