Data Architect Consultant

.Apgar is looking to recruit an Data Architect Consultant to join our dynamic team in Porto.
As a Data Architect Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing Data Platforms and Data Management solutions that align with our clients business needs and enterprise architecture.
You will work closely with client technical teams, enterprise architects, and business stakeholders to define the best-fit data architecture, ensuring that proposed solutions integrate seamlessly into the existing IT and application ecosystem and contribute to its evolution.
Beyond solution design, you will be responsible for guiding developers in the deployment and operationalization of the architecture, ensuring a smooth implementation.
What we offer you: By joining us you will... · Be joining a global team considered by industry specialists (e.G.
Gartner) as one of the World Top20 best companies in the field of Data Management and a team awarded on the top5 "Best Places to Work" in Portugal.
· Be part of a project team and senior consultants that will guide and support you · Implementing data solutions for world leading international companies.
Some of the advantages of working with us.. · Flexible working schedule and ability to work in a hybrid mode (including 6 weeks a year fully remote from wherever you agree on) · Competitive salary with benefits (e.G.
health insurance for you and direct family) · Be supported by a senior consultant (mentor) that will help in your career development · A team spirit that will make you feel at home · Be part of a team located in 4 different continents where diversity is as common as the air your breath What you'll be doing..
Solution Architecture & Data Platform Design Understand business and technical requirements by engaging with client teams to identify pain points and data challenges.
Design scalable, secure, and high-performance data platforms that align with enterprise architecture and cloud strategy.
Define data integration, storage, processing, and governance frameworks, ensuring solutions are future-proof and adaptable.
Assess the client's existing IT infrastructure, application landscape, and cloud environment, proposing enhancements where needed.
Client Interaction & Technical Advisory Collaborate closely with client technical and architectural teams, ensuring alignment between data management solutions and enterprise IT strategy.
Lead technical workshops and architecture discussions to define best practices for data platform implementation.
Provide architectural governance, ensuring that data solutions are maintainable, scalable, and aligned with regulatory requirements.
Solution Implementation & Development Support Translate architectural blueprints into actionable development plans, ensuring clarity for data engineers and developers.
Define and document technical specifications, data flow diagrams, and system integration plans