Cloud Architect

Sequoia Connect

9d • Remote

About The Position

At Sequoia Connect, we are a Talent-First Technology Ecosystem that redefines how elite professionals interact with the global digital landscape. We move beyond traditional models to act as a catalyst for the top 1% of global talent, connecting human potential with complex industrial execution. By joining our inner circle, you are not simply taking a position; you are aligning with a strategic partner dedicated to updating your "Human OS" and accelerating your growth through world-class, high-impact projects. We are currently partnering with a global IT powerhouse that represents the connected world through innovative, customer-centric experiences. As a USD 6 billion organization and one of the top 7 IT service providers globally, our client empowers over 1,200 global customers—including several Fortune 500 companies—to "Rise™." With a massive network of 163,000+ professionals across 90 countries, they are at the absolute forefront of digital transformation, leveraging next-generation technologies such as 5G, AI, Blockchain, and Quantum Computing. This is your chance to thrive in a workplace recognized as one of the most sustainable corporations in the world. You will join an environment that values innovation and societal impact, working on end-to-end digital transformation projects for global leaders. If you are a driven professional looking for global career opportunities and exposure to high-impact projects within an international network of expertise, this is where you belong.

Requirements

• 5+ years of proven track record as a Cloud Architect, Principal Data Engineer, or similar role with a heavy focus on modern cloud data architectures and distributed computing.
• Deep, under-the-hood understanding of Databricks, Apache Spark internals, and the Lakehouse Platform.
• Advanced fluency in SQL, combined with expert-level programming skills in Python or Scala.
• Strong grasp of native cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, or GCP) regarding networking, storage, and security.
• Resilience, emotional intelligence, and a focus on agile delivery within high-stakes data environments.
• A deep understanding of the difference between "coding" and "engineering" (knowing not just how to process data, but how to architect scalable, secure, and cost-efficient distributed systems).

Nice To Haves

• Holding valid Databricks Certified Data Architect or Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional badges is highly preferred.
• Experience building, deploying, and monitoring GenAI applications and ML models using Databricks Model Serving, Vector Search, and the Mosaic AI suite.
• Experience automating Databricks workflows using Git (Databricks Repos) and orchestration tools like dbt, Azure Data Factory, or Apache Airflow.
• Familiarity with Databricks Structured Streaming and Auto Loader for real-time data ingestion and processing.
• Understanding of Databricks SQL, Serverless Warehouses, and integration with downstream BI tools like Power BI.
• Familiarity with cloud-native foundations or AI coding assistants.
• Advanced Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust Lakehouse and Medallion architectures (Bronze, Silver, Gold layers) ensuring reliable, production-ready data pipelines.
• Relentlessly troubleshoot, monitor, and tune large-scale Apache Spark jobs utilizing advanced techniques like caching, partitioning, and broadcast joins.
• Design and deploy unified governance models for data and AI assets across the enterprise using Unity Catalog, implementing role-based access control (RBAC), row/column-level security, and comprehensive data lineage.
• Integrate Databricks seamlessly within native cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, or GCP), configuring Virtual Networks (VNet) and robust IAM roles (e.g., ADLS/Entra, S3/IAM).
• Proactively monitor and optimize Databricks Units (DBUs), right-size serverless and multi-node clusters, and implement best practices to prevent cloud bill shock and maximize ROI.
• Leverage Delta Lake capabilities to manage ACID transactions, schema enforcement, time travel, and advanced optimization operations such as Z-ordering.

Benefits

• Access to world-class, high-impact projects
• Global career opportunities
• Exposure to next-generation technologies (5G, AI, Blockchain, Quantum Computing)
• Workplace recognized as one of the most sustainable corporations in the world
• Environment that values innovation and societal impact
• End-to-end digital transformation projects for global leaders
• International network of expertise

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed