Data Architect - Permanent Role Switzerland Excellent Salary & BenefitsShape the Future of Enterprise Data Architecture 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.
How You Can Make an Impact 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.
? What We're Looking For 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.
? Why Join? - 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
Location Switzerland - with flexible working options.
Rates depend on experience and client requirements