AZURE Data Architect - Sandton - R1.2M PA

Ready to architect the future of data?

If you're passionate about designing world-class data platforms, driving cloud transformation, and turning complex business requirements into powerful data solutions, then this opportunity could be your next big move!

What You'll Be Doing

• Design and build scalable, secure, and high-performing Azure data platforms.
• Lead exciting cloud modernization and legacy migration initiatives.
• Create robust data models that empower business intelligence and analytics.
• Champion data governance, quality, and master data management practices.
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to unlock the full value of data.
• Drive innovation through modern analytics, automation, and cloud technologies.

Your Tech Playground

• Azure SQL
• Azure Synapse Analytics
• Cosmos DB
• Azure Data Lake
• Azure Data Factory
• Databricks
• Dataverse
• Power BI
• DevOps, CI/CD & Infrastructure-as-Code

What We're Looking For

• Relevant IT or Business Degree (BCom, BSc, or equivalent)
• 7+ years of enterprise data architecture experience
• 5+ years within the insurance industry
• Strong Azure data platform expertise
• Experience delivering large-scale cloud and hybrid solutions
• Knowledge of POPIA, GDPR, data governance, and security best practices
• Microsoft/Azure certifications are a bonus!

Reference Number for this position is GZ61444 which is a permanent Hybrid position based in Sandton offering a salary of R1.2m per annum, negotiable based on experience and ability.

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