Data Solution Architect (Azure)

We're looking for a Data Solution Architect (Azure) to join our team in Amsterdam, Netherlands in a hybrid working mode. In this role, you will design scalable data solutions, develop architecture standards and ensure robust data integration for enterprise supply chain platforms. You will contribute to improving business performance by creating logical data models, implementing data lineage and defining assets within Databricks Unity Catalog. This position requires strong collaboration with senior architecture leadership and technology partners to align solutions with enterprise architecture principles.

Responsibilities

Develop and govern architecture for data solutions to ensure compliance with enterprise standards

Design logical data models, define data lineage and register data products in Unity Catalog

Provide solution architecture consultancy and assurance for projects to align with best practices

Translate architectural guidelines into practical designs and solve common technical challenges

Produce architecture views and solution designs using tools such as BiZZdesign Enterprise Studio or equivalent

Actively identify, evaluate and recommend new technologies to optimize business performance

Apply architectural standards, manage step-outs when required and promote artefact reuse

Participate in architectural governance, maintaining documentation and decision logs

Collaborate with senior business stakeholders to ensure solutions meet strategic objectives

Mentor and guide development teams on data architecture and integration practices

Requirements

Strong experience designing solutions for Azure-based data platforms

In-depth knowledge of data architecture principles, including data integration and data products

Ability to design scalable end-to-end data ingestion and consumption patterns

Hands-on experience with Databricks Unity Catalog for lineage and cataloguing processes

Proficiency in creating architecture documentation and models using enterprise tools

Understanding of enterprise reference architectures, cloud patterns and integration standards

Familiarity with DevOps concepts and agile delivery methodologies

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills across senior leadership levels

Nice to have Experience using BiZZdesign Enterprise Studio or similar enterprise architecture tools

Knowledge of enterprise regulatory standards and compliance requirementsPrevious experience in supply chain or large-scale data platform environments

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