Wakefern Food Corp. · 3 weeks ago
Cloud Data Warehouse Architect
Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States, supporting its co-operative members' retail operations. The Cloud Data Warehouse Architect will design, develop, and implement cloud-based data warehousing solutions while collaborating with various teams to ensure data integration and compliance with security best practices.
Responsibilities
Participate in the development life cycle (requirements definition, project approval, design, development, and implementation) and maintenance of the systems
Define architecture standards and best practices for data warehousing and cloud infrastructure
Develop and manage backup strategies, disaster recovery plans, and failover mechanisms to ensure business continuity
Provide input for project plans and timelines to align with business objectives
Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
Work with cross-functional teams and ensure effective communication and collaboration
Provide regular updates to the management team
Follow the standards and procedures according to Architecture Review Board best practices, revising standards and procedures as requirements change and technological advancements are incorporated into the >tech_ structure
Communicates and promotes the code of ethics and business conduct
Ensures completion of required company compliance training programs
Is trained – either through formal education or through experience – in software / hardware technologies and development methodologies
Stays current through personal development and professional and industry organizations
Design scalable, secure, and efficient data warehouse solutions on cloud platforms such as Azure, Google Cloud, AWS
Implement robust security measures to ensure data privacy and comply with regulatory standards
Leverage cloud-native automation tools to streamline data management and reduce manual processes
Design, build, and maintain automated data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes, ensuring scalability and reliability in data operations
Design and implement data integration solutions to automate data flow between systems and databases
Designs and develops cloud automation solutions using various technologies, such as scripting languages, databases, APIs, and cloud services
Monitors and troubleshoots the cloud data warehouse solutions, resolving any issues or errors
Provides training and support to the end users of the cloud solutions
Maintain detailed architecture documentation and best practices for the organization’s data cloud infrastructure
Stay up-to-date with cloud technologies and data architecture trends to recommend and implement new tools and solutions
Understands cloud FinOps including chargeback and alert monitoring
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in cloud data warehouse design, cloud computing, and data architecture
A bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information systems, or a related field
Deep understanding of cloud-based data warehousing solutions (e.g., Azure Fabric, Google BigQuery, AWS etc.)
Knowledge of data security, encryption, and compliance in cloud environments
Understanding of DevOps practices and cloud infrastructure automation (CI/CD, Teraforms)
Strong knowledge and skills in data automation technologies, such as Python, SQL, ETL/ELT tools, Kafka, APIs, cloud data pipelines, etc
Experience with data modeling tools
Familiarity with BI visualization tools such as Looker, Tableau, Microstrategy, PowerBI, or similar
Strong knowledge and skills in data management, data quality, and data governance
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work on multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to learn new technologies and tools quickly
The ability to handle stressful situations
Highly developed business acuity and acumen
Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
Company
Wakefern Food Corp.
Wakefern Food Corp. is employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services.
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