Data Architect

2 Months ago • All levels • Data Analysis

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Data Architect at Ookla, you will play a crucial role in evolving the data platform to meet the future needs of real-time big data processing, low latency analytical queries, AI/ML integration, and growing compliance requirements. You will design and implement scalable data models, storages, and pipelines for critical product features, ensuring they meet both end-user and internal stakeholder requirements while adhering to international compliance standards. You will collaborate closely with product managers, data and research scientists, and product engineering teams to understand product requirements and transform them into viable, scalable architectures and implementations within a high-data-volume environment. You'll also create and execute architectural and technological roadmaps, establish data governance frameworks, and mentor junior team members. The role requires strong technical skills, excellent communication, and a self-driven work ethic.
Must have:
  • Strong background in object-oriented and functional programming (Python, Scala, Java, or Go).
  • Strong working knowledge of SQL and databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redshift, Iceberg).
  • Experience with streaming and event-driven architectures (Spark).
  • Strong understanding of data modeling and modern data warehouse architectures.
  • Experience with AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Azure services.
Good to have:
  • Experience with AI/ML is nice to have
Perks:
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) options
  • Comprehensive benefits plans (health care, insurance)
  • Professional growth opportunities
  • Lunch and Sports vouchers
  • Commuter benefits
  • Volunteer paid time off
  • Internet and phone allowance
  • Nice modern office environment in the center of Helsinki

Job Details

Description

Position at Ookla Ookla® is a global leader in connectivity intelligence, offering unparalleled network insights through the combined expertise of Speedtest®, Downdetector®, RootMetrics®, and Ekahau®. Ookla’s complementary datasets combine crowdsourced and controlled, public and private collection methods, QoS and QoE metrics, and more to unlock correlations and actionable insights — helping organizations optimize networks, enhance digital experiences, and create better connected experiences for end-users. Our team is a group of people brought together through passion and inspired by possibility. We are looking for team members who love solving problems, are motivated by challenges, and enjoy turning clever ideas into exceptional products. When you work for us, you are using Ookla data and insights to advance our mission of better connectivity for all. We’re looking for a data architect to join the Ookla solutions architecture team and help us process the world’s best collection of data on mobile and fixed internet performance and transform it to valuable insights and features for our end users. As a data architect, you will play a key role in evolving our data platform to meet the future needs of real-time big data processing, low latency analytical queries, AI/ML integration, and growing compliance requirements. In this role, you will design and implement scalable data models, storages and pipelines for critical product features that meet both our end users' and internal stakeholders' requirements while ensuring international compliance. We are looking for world class talent and the applicants should have hands-on skills and attitude, a strong technical background in software and data architectures, and excellent communication skills. We are committed to providing you a flexible work environment where individuality, fun, and talent are all valued equally. If you consider yourself innovative, adept at collaboration, and you care deeply about the work you do, we want to talk! Expectations for Success You are able to collaborate closely with product managers, data and research scientists and product engineering teams to understand product requirements. You are able to turn product requirements to viable and scalable architectures and implementations in a high data volume environment. You are able to create, communicate and execute architectural and technological roadmaps. You are able to establish and follow data governance frameworks, standards, and best practices to ensure data quality, security, and compliance. You are able to mentor and guide junior team members, helping them understand architectural principles, best practices, and effective ways of working. Requirements We are looking for the right person, not the exact list of requirements. If you believe your experience has prepared you for similar challenges, we’d like to hear from you. Education & Background Bachelor's or master’s degree in computer science or related field or equivalent experience Background check is required Technical Skills Strong background in object oriented and functional programming using languages like Python, Scala, Java or Go Strong working knowledge of SQL, databases like MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redshift, Iceberg and query engines like Athena and Trino Experience with streaming and event-driven architectures to process high volume data using tools like Spark Strong understanding of data modeling and modern data warehouse architectures like lakehouse Experience with at least with one of AWS, Google Cloud Platform or Azure services Experience with AI/ML is nice to have Professional attributes Excellent troubleshooting and analysis skills Strong communication skills both in person and via virtual mediums Strong planning and time management skills A self-driven work ethic Excited to learn and work with new technologies in a dynamic environment Benefits We care deeply about each other and the work we do, and our perks are just one way we demonstrate this. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including (but not limited to): Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) options  Comprehensive benefits plans (health care, insurance) Professional growth opportunities  Lunch and Sports vouchers Commuter benefits Volunteer paid time off Internet and phone allowance Nice modern office environment in the center of Helsinki You will have the best hardware, software, and tools available for you to do your work, and we provide excellent flexibility for working remotely as time and responsibilities allow. To promote your success and growth we offer educational opportunities, and anti-racism and LGBTQIA+ resource libraries, team activities, and many more.  We care deeply about each other and the work we do, and our perks are just one way we demonstrate this. Ookla has great benefits including competitive compensation and paid time off. We make sure you have the best hardware, software and tools available for you to do your work.  If you’re passionate about joining the work we’re doing, we welcome your application and encourage applicants with both traditional and non-traditional experience that makes them an excellent candidate for the role. We strongly believe diversity of all kinds makes us better. We are an equal opportunity employer actively working to build an inclusive workforce at all levels of the company. [Read our latest diversity report from our parent company here.] Ookla is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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