We are seeking an experienced AWS Data Architect to design and implement scalable cloud-based data solutions to support enterprise-wide analytics and FP&A processes. This role is based on-site in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Candidates currently outside the UAE must be flexible and willing to relocate. Short-term travel across the region may be required for critical project milestones and team collaborations.Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
Experience:
- 8+ years in Data Architecture, Data Engineering, or Cloud Architecture roles.
- Proven experience designing and deploying AWS Data Lake / Lakehouse architectures.
- Strong experience in enterprise-scale data integration and large data processing systems.
- Experience supporting FP&A, analytics, BI, or enterprise reporting environments is a plus.
Technical Proficiency:
- Hands-on expertise with AWS services: S3, Glue, Redshift, Lambda, Athena, EMR, Kinesis, Lake Formation, and related tools.
- Strong programming skills in Python and SQL.
- Deep knowledge of data modeling, schema design, warehousing concepts, and metadata management.
- Experience with BI tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or QuickSight.
Soft Skills:
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to evolving business needs.
- AWS certifications such as Solutions Architect, Data Analytics Specialty, or Database Specialty.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools like Jira.
- Experience implementing advanced data security and compliance best practices.
AWS Data Architecture:
Design and implement scalable AWS Data Lake and modern data architecture solutions for large-scale data management and analytics.
Data Integration:
Build and maintain robust ETL/ELT pipelines using AWS-native tools and modern data engineering frameworks.
Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and reliability across ingestion and transformation flows.
Support for FP&A & Analytics:
Develop data integration solutions to support FP&A, financial reporting, forecasting, and enterprise decision-making processes.
Cloud Infrastructure Management:
Optimize AWS environments for performance, scalability, cost-efficiency, and automation.
Data Governance & Security:
Implement and enforce best practices for data governance, data cataloging, lineage, security, IAM, and compliance across the Data Lake.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:
Work closely with business analysts, data engineers, and analytics teams to deliver end-to-end data solutions aligned with business needs.
Participate in critical workshops, events, and team engagements as required within the UAE and across the region.
- Opportunity to work on high-impact AWS data architecture initiatives.
- Attractive salary and benefits.
- On-site role in the UAE with exposure to international teams and strategic projects.
- Career growth in a technology-driven, highly collaborative environment.
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What We Do
NorthBay is an AWS Premier Partner focused on Database & Application migrations, data & analytics, DevOps & DataOps, application modernization and ML/Ai.
Our practice areas include big data and analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence and database migrations.
