Azure Database Architect

Expleo • Saint Paul, MN

2d • $153,000 - $165,000 • Remote

About The Position

Trissential is hiring an Azure Database Architect to join their client's team in a high-impact role focused on data modernization, cloud architecture, security, and enterprise-scale database solutions. This role involves working on enterprise-scale Azure data transformation and modernization initiatives, influencing architecture decisions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, leading the design of modern Azure-based data platforms, data lakes, and database environments, and sharing expertise through mentoring and technical leadership. The position offers the flexibility of a fully remote work environment while contributing to mission-critical projects and partnering with experienced cloud, security, and infrastructure professionals.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in Data Architecture, Database Architecture, Data Management, or similar enterprise data-focused roles
• Extensive experience designing, developing, and implementing Azure-based data solutions
• Strong expertise with Azure Data Lakes, Azure SQL technologies, and cloud-native database architectures
• Hands-on experience with Databricks in enterprise environments
• Strong Oracle Database experience including administration, optimization, and architecture design
• Experience creating and implementing data transformation solutions and cloud integrations
• Experience developing scripts and programs to support Azure data loading and processing utilities
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for data platforms
• Solid knowledge of cloud computing concepts, patterns, and best practices
• Experience using Azure Monitor, Azure Data Factory, SQL Analytics, Query Performance Insight, Azure Resource Manager, Azure CLI, and PowerShell
• Strong understanding of access management, encryption, role-based access control, and network security principles
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and time management skills
• Proven ability to provide technical guidance and mentor other technology professionals
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field
• Equivalent combination of education and extensive professional experience may be considered
• Microsoft Azure certifications are highly preferred, including: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate
• Currently authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Data Warehouse Administration
• Experience supporting Teradata Data Warehouse environments
• Expertise with Azure SQL Managed Instances and Elastic Pools
• Experience implementing enterprise backup and recovery strategies using Azure Backup, Geo-Replication, or equivalent technologies
• Advanced performance tuning and database optimization expertise
• Experience working within large-scale enterprise data governance frameworks
• Background supporting highly regulated or security-focused environments

Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation, modernization, and transformation of enterprise data services
• Architect and implement Azure-based data lakes, relational databases, and non-relational database solutions
• Develop and maintain enterprise data models that support business and technical requirements
• Ensure data assets are properly structured, accessible, secure, and aligned with organizational goals
• Recommend and evaluate data platforms, technologies, and architectural standards
• Optimize data access patterns and database performance across multiple environments
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation and architecture artifacts
• Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and development teams to meet compliance and security requirements
• Design and support backup, recovery, high availability, and disaster recovery solutions
• Support cloud integrations and enterprise data transformation initiatives
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and knowledge transfer to internal teams
• Assist with CI/CD implementation and automation of data platform deployments

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation – You choose the model that works best for you, both with company-sponsored benefits! $153,000-$165,000 annually or $96-$102 per hour.
• Comprehensive Benefits for you and your dependents – Extensive Medical Plans, Dental, Vision, HSA with company contribution, company sponsored Life Insurance and Short / Long term disability insurance, a host of voluntary plans including legal, hospital, accident, pet wellness, and 401k with matching
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Career Development and Advancement
• Strong Team Culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior