Microsoft Fabric Architect

About

Our client is seeking an experienced Microsoft Fabric Architect to lead the design and implementation of end-to-end solutions within their cloud and data ecosystems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for architecting and optimizing Microsoft Fabric environments to support business analytics, data integration, and digital transformation initiatives. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions align with business objectives and industry best practices.

It's a long-term contract opportunity without an end date. The engagement is fully remote. Candidates can be located anywhere in LatAm. You'll need to have good English communication skills (at least B2+ or higher) for this role.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, reliable, and secure Microsoft Fabric solutions, focusing on data integration, data engineering, and advanced analytics.
• Lead the end-to-end implementation of Microsoft Fabric, including data pipelines, data governance, and self-service analytics.
• Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Develop and enforce best practices for managing and optimizing data storage, transformation, and reporting within the Microsoft Fabric ecosystem.
• Ensure seamless integration of Microsoft Fabric with existing cloud and on-premises data systems (Azure, SQL Server, Power BI, etc.).
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the engineering team on Microsoft Fabric tools and features.
• Manage the lifecycle of data assets from ingestion to reporting, ensuring compliance with data governance and security requirements.
• Stay updated on Microsoft Fabric updates, new features, and emerging trends, providing recommendations for continuous improvement.

Mandatory Requirements

• Proven experience in architecting and implementing solutions using Microsoft Fabric.
• Strong expertise in data engineering, ETL processes, and data management using Microsoft Fabric components (Data Factory, Synapse, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure preferred) and their integration with Microsoft Fabric.
• Proficiency with data modeling, database design, and performance optimization techniques.
• Experience with Power BI, Power Query, and other analytics tools for data visualization and reporting.
• Strong understanding of data governance, security, and compliance best practices.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• You will be required to prove you own a laptop and basic software tools.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• 8+ years of experience in cloud data architecture or a related role.
• Hands-on experience with Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake, and Power BI in the context of Microsoft Fabric.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines for data deployments.

Of Note

• Completed background checks will be required before the start date if you are selected as a winning candidate. While we strive to respond to all applicants, please understand that due to the high volume of applications we receive, providing individual feedback or responses to every candidate may not be feasible. Rest assured that your application will be carefully reviewed and considered. We appreciate your understanding and interest in joining our team.