At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead end-to-end data architecture and mentor senior technical leaders.
- Company: CI&T has 30 years of experience in technological transformation across 25 countries.
- Benefits: Diversity and inclusion are core values, fostering a safe work environment.
- Other info: Advanced English proficiency is required for effective communication.
- Why this job: Shape technology vision for large-scale programs and key client relationships.
- Qualifications: Strong Databricks experience and proficiency in cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, GCP.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
At CI&T, we help large enterprises transform the potential of AI into real business impact with AI Deployment, AI‑native execution, and tech‑integrated business solutions. With 30 years of experience in technological transformation, we accelerate innovation with expertise in Agentic SDLC, Application modernization, Data & AI, Martech and Business strategy. We are 8,000 CI&Ters across more than 25 countries, collaborating to build solutions with real impact. AI is already part of how we work, evolve, and innovate every day.
We are looking for a Data Architect to join our global CI&T team. In this strategic leadership role, you will shape and lead technology vision across large‑scale programs and key client relationships. You’ll be responsible for designing modern, scalable, secure, and high‑impact data architectures while enabling teams to implement those solutions with technical excellence and agility.
As a Data Architect, you will collaborate with stakeholders across product, strategy, data, and design, acting as a trusted advisor to executive‑level client partners. You’ll foster a culture of engineering excellence, support pre‑sales initiatives, and mentor senior technical leaders.
Main Responsibilities- Define and lead end‑to‑end data architecture for complex ecosystems, balancing technical depth with business outcomes.
- Translate business strategy into scalable technology solutions through discovery workshops, assessments, and roadmaps.
- Act as technical sponsor for CI&T’s most strategic accounts, working closely with C-level clients and non‑technical stakeholders.
- Lead architectural design, technology selection, and proof‑of‑concepts for critical platforms and innovation programs.
- Govern technical quality across delivery squads, driving adherence to security, performance, scalability, and privacy standards.
- Support pre‑sales, proposal development, RFPs, and technical visioning with account teams and clients.
- Coach and mentor senior architects and technical leads, shaping technical career development paths.
- Experience in data architecture and technical leadership, including strategic consulting and system design.
- Strong technical breadth across data engineers, science and modelling.
- Strong Databricks experience.
- Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Solid understanding of non‑functional requirements: performance, resilience, security, and scalability.
- Advanced English (spoken and written), with strong communication across technical and non‑technical audiences.
- Familiarity within consultancy.
- Knowledge of frameworks: Clean Architecture, Domain‑Driven Design (DDD), TOGAF, SAFe.
- Experience hiring, growing, and managing architect‑level talent.
- Public speaking or thought leadership in engineering/architecture forums.
- Fluency in other languages (e.g., Portuguese, Spanish).
Collaboration is our superpower, diversity unites us, and excellence is our standard. We value diverse identities and life experiences, fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe work environment. We encourage applications from diverse and underrepresented groups to our job positions.
[29754] - Data Architect - Databricks employer: Ciandt
At Ciandt, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer by fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that values diversity and innovation. Our team members enjoy opportunities for professional growth through hands-on projects in cutting-edge technology, particularly in the financial services sector, while benefiting from a supportive environment that encourages creativity and skill development. Join us in our mission to enable AI capabilities and make a meaningful impact in the industry.
