Data Architect - Azure Data & Analytics (Data Factory, Synapse, Databricks)

Job Summary :

The Principal Data Engineer is responsible for the design, development, testing, maintenance, and support of enterprise data assets. Provides technical design, development and analytical support. Enables improvements in environment design, efficiency, controls, and the overall user experience of enterprise data assets, and leads activities. Coordinates with senior leadership, several enterprise support organizations, and end users.

Responsibilities :

50% Continuously delivers and improves prioritized enterprise data assets that enable the growth of global analytics, reporting, and visualization solutions.

20% Provides expertise in all end-to-end components in our BI / DW architecture and knows how they contribute to compose solutions for business partners. Demonstrates strong command of both technical delivery as well as comprehension of various business functions. Understands the role of various enterprise applications.

5% Identifies project risks and impediments, notifies management, and proactively works with other team members to complete assigned tasks as defined by project scope, timelines, and budgets.

5% Participates in the use of Agile practices to elicit and refine requirements through an iterative process of planning, defining acceptance criteria, prioritizing, developing, and delivering enterprise data asset solutions.

10% Operates independently, functions as the lead representative for D&A on projects. Drives and sets design patterns for all of D&A.

10% Drives process improvement to continually raise the bar as the primary owner of function, platform, or process. Drives best practices across the organization. Recognizes process deficiencies and takes independent action to improve.

5% Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree, applicable certification or equivalent experience.
• Typically requires 8+ years of professional experience and mastery of relevant technical or business skills required to accomplish the job.
• Master's Degree required Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Expert in SQL and query optimization for data platforms such as Azure SQL DW, HDInsight, Teradata, SAP BW / HANA, or Oracle
• Expert in database concepts, including normalization, indexing, physical and logical modeling, creation of SQL queries and performance tuning
• Familiarity with the Kimball methods of data warehousing techniques, standards and best practices
• Experience with management of a star schema implementation and related concepts such as slowly changing and late arriving dimensions
• 4+ years professional experience with one or more ETL tools such as Informatica, SQL Server Integration Services, Business Objects Data Services, or IBM Datastage
• Sound judgment and decision-making, and the appropriate sense of urgency and is a self-starter
• Familiarity with data content from typical Supply Chain scenarios, or experience in environments integrated with data from SAP ERP or Microsoft Dynamics a plus
• Experience with large scale data processing, data structure optimization and scalability of algorithms a plus
• Experience with Microsoft Azure : Data factory, data lake and data warehouse a bonus
• Travel : Occasional - 10%
• Work Schedule : Standard Hours

Career Band : Professional

Jobs on this career band have a knowledge management focus and are primarily responsible for results achieved through their own work. Requires the application of theoretical knowledge, typically gained through formal education or equivalent work experience that provides knowledge of and exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts of a defined profession. Jobs at higher career levels may guide small teams in their area of subject matter expertise. Jobs at the at the most senior levels of this career band set disciplinary strategy within their areas of expertise.

Criteria & Management Requirements :

Work Environment : Typical Office

Other Work Environment Requirements :

Typical Office : Operates in a typical office environment, routinely uses computer and other standard office equipment.

Other Physical Requirements :

Typical Office : Generally sedentary for prolonged periods, may occasionally require ability to move about or adjust / move items weighing up to 10 lbs. in all directions; Constantly requires collaboration and the ability to communicate with others to exchange information while in a typical office setting. Collaboration is generally conducted in person unless the role has been pre-approved for remote work.

CLOTHING FOR POSITIVE CHANGE (C4PC)

From the farm to the factory to our closets, we all have an opportunity to create positive change through clothing as we work to fundamentally change the way clothing is made.

Do you want to join a team committed to creating positive change in the world through the C4PC movement?

Consider prAna, where you can transcend the current trends and demand more from your wardrobe and your employer; where you can help an enthusiastic and loyal audience celebrate the outdoors and their own unique style; and where you can help lessen our impact on the planet and its people every day.

ABOUT THE POSITION

We're looking for a Data Architect to design and implement prAna's modern data and analytics platform. This role will define the architecture, data models, and governance standards that enable scalable, trusted insights across the business. You'll partner closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust data solutions that power decision-making.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

YOU ARE

YOU HAVE

Salary Range : 145,000 Min - 242,000 Max Annual

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Columbia Sportswear Company and our portfolio of brands, including Columbia, SOREL, Mountain Hardwear and prAna, know a thing or two about adventures. After all, we've been on one since 1938, working to perfect the art of enjoying the outdoors. Behind everything we make is an employee who's found that the greatest adventure starts with joining a company that strives to do the right thing.

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.

Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. https : / / www.eeoc.gov / sites / default / files / 2023-06 / 22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.

If you need an accommodation / adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject : Applicant Assistance Requested.