Principal Data Architect (AI/ML)

TL;DR

Principal Data Architect (AI/ML): Spearheading the development and implementation of data strategies, ensuring alignment with business objectives and driving data governance, advanced analytics, and technology adoption. Focus on designing scalable architectures, integrating AI/ML models, and fostering a data-driven decision-making culture across the organization.

Location: Hybrid in Bosnia & Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Serbia, or Medellin, Colombia

Company

hirify.global is a global design and development software company that has launched over 300 products for leading startups, enterprises, and Fortune 500 companies over 19 years.

What you will do

• Design and implement data strategies aligned with business goals and optimize infrastructure.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable data initiatives and insights.
• Define and enforce data governance frameworks, ensuring quality, security, and regulatory compliance.
• Recommend and oversee adoption of data technologies and platforms, supporting scalable architectures and advanced analytics.
• Partner with teams to interpret data, uncover trends, and foster data-driven decision-making.
• Promote data literacy, provide training, and support change management for adoption of new data practices and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 10-12 years of professional experience in Data Engineering.
• Expertise in developing comprehensive and actionable data strategies and frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of data governance, compliance standards, and data quality management.
• Proficiency with modern data platforms, tools, and big data ecosystems.
• Understanding of advanced analytics techniques, including AI, machine learning, and predictive modelling.

Culture & Benefits

• Proactive and enthusiastic about continuous learning and improvement.
• Ability to analyze and understand the business context and logic behind your job responsibilities.
• Enjoy working in a pleasant and cooperative atmosphere.
• Excited about working in international teams and using well-written and spoken English daily.