Director Data Architect

Are you passionate about building world-class data solutions that power business transformation?

We are seeking an experienced Data Architect to join a leading AI & Data team in Switzerland. This is a permanent position offering exceptional salary, benefits, and career growth opportunities - with the chance to design and lead innovative, enterprise-scale solutions for top-tier clients across industries.

As a Data Architect, you'll play a strategic and hands-on role, guiding organizations on their data modernization journey. You'll work with senior stakeholders to shape enterprise data ecosystems, set architectural standards, and ensure the successful implementation of cutting-edge cloud and AI-driven data platforms.

Your impact areas will include:

• Enterprise Data Architecture Design
• Modernize complex, multi-system landscapes (MDM, CRM, ERP, Cloud DWH) through pragmatic and scalable architectural blueprints.
• Cloud Data Platform Leadership
• Design and implement high-performance cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Databricks, Snowflake), overseeing data modelling, integration, transformation, and DevOps pipelines.
• Integrated Solution Architecture
• Design seamless integrations between cloud data platforms, AI/GenAI platforms, and business-critical systems (e.g., MDM, CRM).
• Market Thought Leadership
• Represent the architecture capability at events, conferences, and client discussions - strengthening the firm's market presence in Switzerland.
• Mentorship & Capability Building
• Coach junior team members, contribute to internal expertise development, and collaborate with nearshore/offshore teams to drive innovation and excellence.

Experience & Skills:

• 4+ years as a Data Architect, leading design and implementation of complex cloud-based data ecosystems.
• Solid engineering background with hands-on data platform implementation experience (AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks, or Snowflake).
• Proven ability to evaluate data architecture decisions, influence business and IT stakeholders, and define strategic data direction.
• Strong understanding of coding best practices, code quality tools (e.g., SonarQube), and modern AI-assisted development tools.
• Deep experience with multiple database models - relational, NoSQL, and graph-based (knowledge graph).
• Nice to have: experience using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform.

• Competitive Swiss market salary with comprehensive benefits package
• Work on strategic, large-scale projects with major global clients
• Continuous training and certification opportunities
• Hybrid working model and flexibility
• A collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven culture

Switzerland - with flexible working options.

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements