Senior Data Architect (Databricks)

TL;DR

Senior Data Architect (Databricks/Cloud): Designing and leading end-to-end data architectures for complex ecosystems and strategic client accounts with an accent on scalability, security, and business outcome alignment. Focus on translating business strategy into technical roadmaps, governing technical quality across delivery squads, and mentoring senior technical leadership.

Location: Hybrid in Lisbon, Portugal

Company

hirify.global is a tech transformation specialist uniting human expertise with AI to create scalable solutions for over 1,000 global clients.

What you will do

• Define and lead end-to-end data architecture for complex ecosystems, balancing technical depth with business outcomes.
• Translate business strategy into scalable technology solutions through discovery workshops and roadmaps.
• Act as a technical sponsor for strategic accounts, collaborating closely with C-level clients.
• Lead architectural design, technology selection, and proof-of-concepts for critical platforms.
• Govern technical quality across delivery squads, ensuring adherence to security, performance, and privacy standards.
• Support pre-sales, RFP development, and technical visioning with account teams.

Requirements

• Proven experience in data architecture and technical leadership, including strategic consulting and system design.
• Strong expertise with Databricks and proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Broad technical knowledge spanning data engineering, data science, and modelling.
• Solid understanding of non-functional requirements, including performance, resilience, and scalability.
• Advanced English proficiency (C1) for communication across technical and non-technical audiences.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with consultancy environments.
• Knowledge of frameworks such as Clean Architecture, Domain-Driven Design (DDD), TOGAF, or SAFe.
• Experience hiring and managing architect-level talent.
• History of public speaking or thought leadership in engineering forums.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% paid health and dental benefits starting from day one.
• Annual profit-sharing distribution.
• Generous paid vacation and sick time.
• Dedicated career advisor for professional development.
• Inclusive work environment that values diversity and underrepresented groups.