Azure Data Architect, Senior Manager (Security clearance required)

Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Microsoft

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

*What to consider before applying:
As a requirement, a Secret Security Clearance is mandatory for all staff who’ll be engaged on these assignments. Prior to applying, please review the Government of Canada website to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements to obtain this clearance. This will become a condition of your employment with PwC should you receive an offer from us.


A career within the Microsoft Cloud Practice will provide you with the opportunity to assist leading organizations in developing and implementing strategies that transform their technology capabilities and solve their most critical business challenges. We take a “cloud first” approach when building assets and delivering technology with an agile operating model. Our mindset is to always look for opportunities to automate technology and business processes. We assist our clients in embracing next-generation sourcing strategies to drive success and get “fit for the cloud”.

Joining this dynamic team will allow you the opportunity to shape, scale, and lead a group of highly skilled cloud and data architects and engineers. You will be able to combine your consulting, technical, and industry expertise to build and deliver innovative cloud data solutions.

With a focus on Cloud Data Architecture and DevOps, you will collaborate with internal teams and clients to architect and implement data solutions on Azure, leverage cloud services, and ensure a solid foundation to run, manage, and scale their data-driven applications.

Meaningful work you’ll be part of and key responsibilities

As an Azure Data Solutions Architect, Senior Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve business issues, deliver high quality client service and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Leadership and Client Engagement

• Lead cross-functional teams in developing and proposing technical cloud-based data solutions, including proposals and statements of work.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their business needs and translating them into strategic cloud data solutions.
• Provide thought leadership and strategic direction in the adoption of cloud data technologies, ensuring alignment with clients' business objectives.
• Mentor and guide team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and prioritize data use cases for implementation.

Solution Architecture and Delivery

• Architect and design comprehensive data solutions leveraging Azure services, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
• Develop reference architectures and best practice approaches to optimize clients’ cloud data adoption, performance, security, and cost models.
• Analyze complex business and technical requirements and translate them into effective data designs and implementation plans.
• Oversee the execution of data migration and modernization projects, ensuring deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations.
• Identify technical requirements for data use cases and build detailed implementation plans.
   

Innovation and Thought Leadership

• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends in cloud computing and data analytics.
• Identify and build reusable and repeatable data-focused cloud patterns and artifacts that the practice can bring to market.
• Be an active member of the technology community and share your knowledge and expertise.
   

Collaboration and Teamwork

• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and clients to implement cloud-based data architectures.
• Promote knowledge sharing within the team and across the organization.
• Participate as a technical team leader while engaging in multiple concurrent cloud-focused data projects.
• Facilitate meetings and discussions with internal and external clients to align on project objectives and deliverables.

Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve

• Extensive relevant experience working as a data engineer, data architect, or in a related capacity.
• Demonstrated experience in cloud data technologies (especially Azure), project execution, and data architecture.
• Experience in implementing and scaling cloud-based data projects, focusing on:
  • Cloud data technology architectures and solutions, including data warehousing, data lakes, and hybrid cloud deployments.
  • Change management practices, including organizational models, roles/responsibilities, and technology tooling and automation.
  • Data modernization strategies and tooling.
  • Supporting the migration from legacy data systems to modern cloud-based platforms.
  • Working in waterfall, scrum, agile, and other methodologies.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with experience in a consulting environment, including business presentations and technical writing.
• As a requirement, a Secret Security Clearance is mandatory for all staff who’ll be engaged on these assignments. Prior to applying, please review the Government of Canada website to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements to obtain this clearance. This will become a condition of your employment with PwC should you receive an offer from us.

Technical experience in many of the following areas:

• Cloud Data Technology Expertise: Extensive experience with Azure data services, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake Storage, and Azure Cosmos DB.
• Data Integration and ETL/ELT: Proficiency in using tools like Azure Data Factory, Databricks, and Logic Apps for data ingestion, transformation, and orchestration.
• Big Data and Analytics: Hands-on experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, and implementing scalable analytics solutions on Azure.
• Business Intelligence and Reporting: Knowledge of Power BI, data visualization best practices, and experience designing and implementing BI solutions.
• Data Governance and Security: In-depth understanding of data governance frameworks, data quality management, metadata management, and implementing security best practices in Azure.
• Machine Learning and AI: Familiarity with Azure Machine Learning services and integrating AI capabilities into data solutions.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Proficiency in using tools like Terraform, Ansible, Bicep, and ARM templates for automating data infrastructure deployment and management.
• DevOps for Data: Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines for data solutions using tools like Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Scripting and Automation: Strong scripting skills in Python, SQL, or Scala for data processing and automation.
• Networking and Security: Understanding of cloud networking concepts as they relate to data solutions, including private endpoints, firewalls, and encryption.

Why you’ll love PwC

We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc

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Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Application Software, Business Model Development, Business Process Modeling, Business Systems, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Developing Training Materials, Embracing Change, Emerging Technologies, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Enterprise Integration, Enterprise Software, Implementation Research, Implementation Support, Implementing Technology, Inclusion, Influence, Innovative Design, Intellectual Curiosity {+ 23 more}

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Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

Yes

Job Posting End Date

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