Data Architect And Solutions Architect

Overview

Remote
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - long ternm

Skills

Data warehouse
SQL
Extract
transform
load
ELT
Inventory
Data structure
Collaboration
System integration
API
Middleware
Business systems
Enterprise resource planning
Communication
Screening
Data architecture
Microsoft Azure
Data modeling
FOCUS
Business process
Data flow
Scalability
Retail
Point of sale
Inventory management
Management
Oracle Linux
NATURAL

Job Details

TITLES: 2 Open Roles - Data Architect And Solutions Architect

DURATION: 6 Months (Position To Extend Entire Year Of 2025)

LOCATION: 100% Remote

Overview of the Roles

  • Data Architect:
    • Focus on building the EDW and data pipelines using Azure Synapse and ADLS.
  • Solution Architect:
    • Focus on end-to-end system integration for optimized business processes.
  • NOTE: Emphasize the importance of retail/grocery industry experience for both roles.

Role-Specific Expectations

  • Data Architect
    • Key skills and tools: Azure Synapse, ADLS, SQL, ETL/ELT, data modeling.
    • Retail/grocery-specific experience, e.g., familiarity with POS, inventory, and eCom/loyalty data structures.
    • Importance of collaboration with stakeholders for defining data needs.
  • Solution Architect
    • Core focus on end-to-end system integration and API/middleware expertise, preferably in Retail/grocery
    • Ability to handle overlapping business systems like ERP, POS, Inventory Management.
    • Emphasis on strong communication skills to work with technical and non-technical teams.

Screening Guidelines

  • Data Architect
  1. Can you walk us through a data architecture project you led, particularly in Azure Synapse?
    • Look for: A clear explanation of project goals, their role, challenges faced, and how Azure Synapse was utilized.
  2. What's your approach to designing a scalable data model?
    • Look for: A focus on performance, reusability, and alignment with business goals.
  3. Have you worked with Retail Systems like POS, Inventory Management etc.? Can you share your experience?
    • Look for: Specific examples of integrating or analyzing data from retail systems like POS, Inventory Management etc.
  • Solution Architect
  1. How do you approach designing system integrations for multiple overlapping systems?
    • Look for: Focus on identifying pain points, aligning systems with business processes, and ensuring seamless data flow.
  2. How do you ensure scalability and security in architectural solutions for enterprise integrations?
    • Look for: Use of secure APIs, modular designs, and industry-standard practices for scalability.
  3. What experience do you have with retail-specific platforms like POS, Inventory Management systems?
    • Look for: Direct experience with these systems, understanding of their challenges, and ability to deliver tailored solutions.

Good Organization/Experience Fits To Target Candidates From

  • United Natural Foods/Cub Foods
  • Kroger
  • Target
  • Roundy's
  • Whole Foods
  • Matts Company List
  • UNFI
  • Publix
  • HEB
  • Costco
  • Aldi

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