Data Architect and Governance Specialist

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Senior Architect to design data platforms and governance strategies in Microsoft Fabric, ensuring data quality and security. Key Highlights: 1. Design of data platform and data governance strategies in Microsoft Fabric. 2. Lead projects and multi-stakeholder coordination. 3. Promote innovation, respect, and commitment. Join Stefanini! Senior Architect responsible for designing data platforms and governance strategies in Microsoft Fabric, implementing the Medallion architecture, dbt pipelines, and DAMA/DMBoK practices to ensure data quality, security, and availability. **Responsibilities and Authorities** * Practical experience of 6\+ years in Data Architecture / Data Governance. * Microsoft Fabric: Lakehouse design, Fabric pipelines, and access policies. * Implementation of the Medallion pattern (Bronze/Silver/Gold). * dbt (modeling, tests, documentation, and CI with dbt Cloud or Core). * Azure DevOps: CI/CD pipelines and Git repositories. * Formal knowledge of DAMA / DMBoK and application to policies and processes. * Experience in Data Quality (profiling, rules, monitoring) and remediation. * Advanced SQL and Python for transformations, testing, and automation. * Experience leading projects and multi\-stakeholder coordination. Key Responsibilities: * Design data architecture in Microsoft Fabric using the Medallion pattern. * Define and implement governance policies (catalog, lineage, security, roles). * Lead migrations and adoption of dbt, establishing modeling and testing standards. * Design reproducible pipelines with Azure DevOps (CI/CD) and Python automation. * Establish Data Quality metrics and processes; monitor alerts and remediation plans. * Govern the data lifecycle: ingestion, transformation, publication, and consumption. * Coordinate technical teams and stakeholders, prioritize roadmap, and ensure SLAs. **Requirements and Qualifications** * Platform: Microsoft Fabric (Lakehouse, OneLake, Fabric pipelines). * Architecture: Medallion pattern (Bronze/Silver/Gold), dimensional/Data Vault data modeling. * Transformations: dbt (models, macros, tests, docs). * Infra/CICD: Azure DevOps (YAML pipelines, repos, artifacts). * Quality \& Governance: DAMA / DMBoK, data catalog, lineage, access policies, GDPR/security. * DQ \& Observability: data profiling, rules engine, monitoring/alerting. * Languages: Advanced SQL (optimization, window functions), Python (ETL, scripting). * Integrations: APIs, ingestion from cloud/on\-prem sources. Experience and Education * 6\+ years in Data Architecture/Governance; Azure environments preferred. * Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Statistics, or related field. * Recommended certifications: Microsoft Certified (Data Engineer / Azure), dbt Fundamentals, DAMA training. **Additional Information** Looking for a place where your ideas shine? With over 38 years of experience and a global presence, at Stefanini we transform tomorrow—together. Here, every action matters and every idea can make a difference. Join a team that values innovation, respect, and commitment. If you are a disruptive professional, committed to continuous learning, and innovation is in your DNA, then we’re what you’re looking for. Come and let’s build a better future—together!