Big Data Architect (GCP)

ABOUT THE ROLE

In this role, you will contribute to designing and implementing scalable data platforms on Google Cloud Platform and Databricks, leveraging modern Big Data technologies and cloud-native services. You will work with batch and streaming data processing systems, helping organizations build reliable, high-performance analytics platforms while collaborating with technical and business stakeholders throughout the full project lifecycle—from discovery and solution design to production implementation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and support implementation of scalable, high-performance data platforms using Databricks and Google Cloud data services
• Build and optimize data processing solutions using Python, SQL, Apache Spark, and modern cloud-native technologies
• Design and implement batch and streaming data pipelines, data models, and analytics solutions
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions and implementation plans
• Guide engineering teams by promoting technical best practices and reviewing solution designs
• Participate in architecture discussions, technical evaluations, and Proof of Concept (PoC) activities
• Ensure data quality, reliability, governance, and performance across cloud-based data platforms
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and knowledge sharing within the engineering community

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as a Tech Lead, Senior Data Engineer, or Associate Data Architect designing enterprise-scale data platforms
• Strong proficiency in Python or Scala, combined with advanced SQL skills
• Extensive hands-on experience with Apache Spark (PySpark/Spark SQL)
• Experience with Databricks or Google Cloud data services such as BigQuery, Dataflow, Dataproc, or Cloud Composer
• Strong understanding of modern data modeling, data warehousing, and pipeline orchestration using technologies such as Airflow or Databricks Workflows
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and business audiences
• Upper-intermediate or higher level of English
• Experience with Databricks governance capabilities (e.g., Unity Catalog, Delta Lake, or Delta Live Tables), cloud migration or multi-cloud data platforms, pre-sales activities, or industry certifications (Databricks or Google Cloud) is a plus

SoftServe is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship, disability, health condition, marital or family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.