Azure Data Architect- Payer (Healthcare) - Remote

Role: - Data Architect- Payer (Healthcare) Location: - Remote  Job Description:- Overall 14+ years of Azure & Data Engineering experience Design and develop cloud-native applications and services using modern architecture patterns. Collaborate with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to define application requirements and specifications. Strong hands-on experience in Database design, ETL with primary skills on Azure Databricks - Build data Pipelines using ADB - leveraging Python and PySpark, ADF: Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake Gen 2, Synapse Analytics. Good experience and knowledge in scripting languages such as Python, Pyspark, Spark SQL or Shell Scripting, etc. In-depth understanding of various storage services offered by Azure and TIDAL Scheduler. Experience with implementation of data security, encryption, PII/PSI legislation, identity and access management across sources and environments. Experience with data process Orchestration, end-to-end design and build process of Near-Real Time and Batch Data Pipelines. Minimum 3 years of real project experience. Manage/Mentor tech team members. Evaluate and recommend cloud technologies and tools to enhance application performance and reliability. Lead the migration of existing applications to cloud environments, ensuring minimal disruption and optimal performance. Implement best practices for cloud security, compliance, and governance. Monitor and optimize application performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency in cloud environments. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and trends, and assess their potential impact on our architecture and applications. Provide Technical Assistance, Problem Resolution and Troubleshooting Support. Document architectural designs, standards, and guidelines for cloud application development. Good understanding of the functional domain especially Healthcare domain and Tidal Scheduler. Good understanding of the SDLC and Agile methodologies. Good communication and soft skills.   Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. Proven experience as a Cloud Application Architect or in a similar role, with a strong portfolio of successful cloud projects. In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their services. Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C# and experience with microservices architecture. Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless computing. Strong understanding of cloud security best practices and compliance requirements. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.   Preferred Qualifications: Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert). Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. Knowledge of database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) and data architecture principles.                           OKCancel