Overview
Data Architect Jobs in Johannesburg, South Africa at Smart4Energy
Position: Data Architect (Contract)
Data Architect
12-Month Contract | Bryanston, Johannesburg
A leading Microsoft Consulting House is looking for a Data Architect to help organizations define, design, and develop data strategies that align with their business objectives. This role requires a strong understanding of data platforms, architecture, and governance—particularly within the Microsoft Fabric ecosystem. You’ll be part of a collaborative and innovative data team, bringing together professionals from Software Engineering, Infrastructure, Data & AI, and BI Development.
If you enjoy working on complex and high-impact projects, this is the perfect place to grow your career.
Key Responsibilities
Define and implement data strategy aligned with business goals
Design enterprise data architectures using Microsoft cloud technologies
Build modern data pipelines, data streams, data warehouses, and lake houses
Develop data service APIs and expose data using Power BI, Azure API Apps, and other visualization tools
Lead and support data platform sizing, configuration, and implementation
Ensure strong data governance, including Master Data Management (MDM) and Data Quality processes
Act as a trusted advisor to clients, influencing data strategy and best practices
Technical Skills & Qualifications
6+ years of experience with ETL tools, Data Factory Pipelines, Spark Notebooks, Databricks, SQL, SSAS & T-SQL
Strong understanding of architecture patterns (Lambda, Medallion, Event-Driven)
Expertise in data visualization using Power BI and Paginated Reports
Advanced experience with Tabular Models (DAX) in Fabric
Solid background in Azure, Fabric, and Synapse Analytics
Business & Consulting Expertise
5+ years of consulting experience at a senior or intermediate level
Ability to present to and engage with senior management
Strong understanding of budgeting, timelines, and business value
Experience speaking at industry events/conferences
What We’re Looking For
A self-motivated problem solver who thrives in a team environment
Someone who can work independently with minimal supervision
A professional who enjoys mentoring junior team members
A strategic thinker who understands customer data platforms, aggregation, and integration in the Microsoft ecosystem
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Title: Data Architect
Company: Smart4Energy
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Category: IT/Tech (Data Engineer, Data Analyst, Cloud Computing)
