Azure Data Architect Freelance Part-time

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Freelance Cooperation – What Does It Mean?

• Open-ended freelance agreement. An active sole proprietorship (B2B) is required throughout the duration of the agreement.
  
• Part-time engagement. Work up to 50% of full-time workload, depending on current project needs.
  
• Flexibility that fits your schedule. We’ll reach out whenever a suitable project opportunity comes up. If you’re available and interested, you can choose to join the project. If the timing isn’t right, you’re always free to decline without terminating the agreement.
  
• No need to worry about the equipment. Freelancers typically work using equipment provided by us. Depending on the project, you may receive access to a virtual machine instead.

Requirements:

• At least 6 years of professional experience in the Data & Analytics area


• Proven experience as a Data Architect or in a similar role, ideally in a complex organizational setting.


• Strong understanding of data management principles, data modeling techniques, database design and data integration flows.


• Experience in developing and implementing data governance policies, procedures, and frameworks to ensure data integrity and compliance.


• Familiarity with industry best practices and emerging trends in data management and governance.


• Ability to design and develop conceptual, logical, and physical data models that meet business requirements and align with the overall data strategy.


• Strong understanding of data modeling best-practices, e.g. data normalization, denormalization, generalization, and performance optimization techniques.


• Expertise in working with various database technologies, such as relational databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, DynamoDB).


• Knowledge of database management systems, data warehousing, data integration technologies, and Big Data solutions.


• Familiarity with cloud-based database, warehouse, and lakehouse platforms.


• Experience in designing and implementing data integration solutions, including Extract,


• Transform, Load (ETL) processes and data pipelines, understanding of data integration patterns and best practices.


• Understanding of Business Intelligence and data analytics requirements, optimization of data storage and processing for reporting needs.


• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.


• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, developers, and data scientists, to understand requirements and drive data-related initiatives.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify data-related issues, propose solutions, and make data-driven decisions.


• Familiarity with data profiling, data cleansing, data harmonization, and data quality assessment techniques.


• Knowledge of data security and privacy regulations, such as GDPR or CCPA, understanding of data encryption, access controls, and data masking techniques to ensure the security of sensitive data.


• Professional certification in data management or related field would be advantageous.

Must have skills:

1. Data Modelling and Design


2. Data Management


3. Requirement Gathering and Analysis


4. Data Processing


5. Technical Leadership


6. Data Quality


7. Azure Services – Synapse, ADF, ADL


8. Technical Implementation and Monitoring


9. One of: Python / Pyspark / R / Scala

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• Flexible collaboration model and working hours. Enjoy working from inspiring locations in line with our remote work policy.
  
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