Symphony

Global design and development software provider

Data Architect

Data ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeNo salary listedHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

At least 12 years of experience in the data field.
Proficiency in modern data technologies and architectures, including cloud platforms such as AWS and/or Azure and technologies such as Databricks, Snowflake, Microsoft Fabric, Apache Spark/PySpark, Python, and SQL.
A proven track record as a senior leader in data management and successful implementation of robust data strategies.
A proven track record and references in designing and implementing global big data platforms.
An advanced degree in a relevant field, such as computer science, information management, or business analytics.
A deep understanding of data governance, compliance, privacy, and security best practices.
An understanding of current data management trends such as data mesh and data fabric.
Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams toward common objectives.
Proficiency in data technologies, architectures, and tools, with an eye for innovation.
Ability to effectively engage with executives, stakeholders, and technical teams.
Ability to align data initiatives with overarching business goals.
Familiarity with various business domains.

Responsibilities

Research, design, develop, and execute a comprehensive data strategy aligned with client organizational goals.
Establish data governance policies and procedures to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.
Establish, grow, and lead a virtual team of data professionals, including data scientists, analysts, and engineers, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Drive implementation of data architectures and technologies to meet evolving client business requirements.
Collaborate with client stakeholders to identify opportunities to use data to enhance business processes, products, and services.
Ensure effective data management and integration across systems and platforms.
Evaluate emerging data management technologies and trends and recommend strategic investments.
Promote data literacy and awareness throughout the client organization through training and communication initiatives.
Ensure the data team collaborates with IT and other departments to align data initiatives with business objectives.
Design and implement monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators to gauge data management and utilization effectiveness.
Build data-related value proposition materials for the sales team.
Present Symphony data capabilities on sales calls and conferences.
Build organizational data capabilities to address emerging market trends.

Desired Qualifications

Data-related certification in AWS and Azure environments.

Symphony is an AI-first global product, design, and development company with 800+ full-time employees. Our team works across engineering offices in Southeast Europe and Latin America, business development offices in the U.S. and Western Europe, and a Remote hub that spans Latin America, Africa, and Eastern Europe. In the last 20 years, we have delivered over 400 products for the world's leading startups, enterprises, and Fortune 500 companies. We are a preferred technology partner to more than 10 of the world's biggest brands and work with 50+ private equity funds.

Our team has a proven track record in helping clients increase revenue, reduce time-to-market, improve end-user experiences, and scale. We have domain expertise spanning financial services, banking, retail, technology, healthcare, and the VC and PE ecosystem, among others.

This is an excellent opportunity for all Data Architects to join us in expanding a global powerhouse and partnering with worldwide industry leaders to solve some of the most complex digital challenges.

What would be your day-to-day responsibilities, you ask?

Research, design, develop, and execute a comprehensive data strategy in alignment with the client's organizational goals.
Establish robust data governance policies and procedures to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.
Establish, grow, and lead a virtual team of data professionals, including data scientists, analysts, and engineers, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Drive the implementation of cutting-edge data architectures and technologies to meet client's evolving business requirements.
Collaborate with the client's key stakeholders to identify opportunities for leveraging data to enhance business processes, products, and services.
Ensure effective data management and integration across different systems and platforms.
Evaluate emerging technologies and trends in data management to recommend strategic investments.
Advocate for data literacy and awareness throughout the client's organization, facilitating training and communication initiatives.
Ensure the data team collaborates with IT and other departments to align data initiatives with overarching business objectives.
Design and implement monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators to gauge the effectiveness of data management and utilization efforts.
Build data-related value proposition materials for the sales team.
Present Symphony data capabilities on sales calls and conferences.
Build data capabilities within the organization to address cutting-edge trends in the market.

Ideal profile - What are we looking for?

12+ years of experience in data space.
Proficiency in modern data technologies and architectures, with experience across cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure) and relevant technologies such as Databricks, Snowflake, Microsoft Fabric, Apache Spark/PySpark, Python, and SQL.
Proven track record as a senior leader in data management, with a history of successfully implementing robust data strategies.
Proven track record and references in designing and implementing global big data platforms.
Advanced degree in a relevant field, such as computer science, information management, or business analytics.
Data-related certification in AWS and Azure environments is a bonus.
Deep understanding of data governance, compliance, privacy, and security best practices.
Understanding the latest trends in data management such as data mesh and data fabric.
Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams towards achieving common objectives.
Proficiency in data technologies, architectures, and tools, with a keen eye for innovation.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with executives, stakeholders, and technical teams.
Strategic mindset with the ability to align data initiatives with overarching business goals.
Familiarity with various business domains.

Ready to Join Us?

We’re excited to hear from you! If this opportunity sparks your interest, don’t hesitate - let’s see where this journey can take us.

We’ll review applications as they come in and promptly reach out to candidates chosen to move forward in the process.

Curious to Learn More?

If you have any questions our Talent Acquisition team is here for you. Feel free to drop us an email at [email protected]. We’d love to connect!

About the Company

Symphony

Global design and development software provider

Symphony builds and manages distributed design and development teams to create software products for startups, enterprises, and Fortune 500 companies. It works by assembling cross-functional teams of designers and engineers across global hubs and a remote-first network, guiding projects from concept to launch. The company differentiates itself with a wide, multi-region talent pool and a proven track record of delivering hundreds of products for high-profile clients. Its goal is to help leading organizations ideate, design, and ship software efficiently at scale.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: San Francisco, CA
Founded: 2007

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