Azure Data Architect

JOB DESCRIPTION Req ID:     We are currently seeking a Azure Data Architect to join our team in Bangalore, Karnātaka (IN-KA), India (IN). Azure - Architect Job Description Role Summary As a Azure Architect, you will lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance data solutions using Microsoft Azure Platform. You will define architectural standards, guide engineering teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to align data strategies with business goals. Your role will focus on leveraging Azure capabilities to build enterprise-grade data platforms that support advanced analytics, machine learning, and real-time data processing. Key Responsibilities: Design and Implementation: Develop and manage scalable cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure Services, ensuring they meet performance and security standards. Define and own the end-to-end architecture of data platforms built on Azure Cloud, including ingestion, transformation, storage, and consumption layers. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, DevOps engineers, and business stakeholders, to align cloud solutions with business goals. Assessment and Optimization: Evaluate existing systems, identify areas for improvement, and lead the migration of on-premises applications to the cloud. Provide technical guidance, assistance and coaching on Azure best practices to engineering teams. Manage and monitor Azure resources and services. Develop and maintain documentation for cloud infrastructure, processes, and procedures. Keep abreast of the latest Azure features and industry trends to continuously improve cloud architecture. Provision and configure virtual machines, storage accounts, and networking components. Proven expertise in implementing data governance and metadata management across workspaces and cloud environments Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to support ML model lifecycle management using MLflow. Demonstrated experience or familiarity with AI systems in integration into data. Provide technical leadership in performance tuning, cost optimization, and cluster configuration. Conduct architectural reviews, code audits, and mentoring sessions to ensure adherence to standards and scalability. Stay current with Azure innovations and advocate for adoption of new features and capabilities. Skills / Qualifications: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field required. 10+ years of experience in data architecture and engineering, with 5+ years in Azure Platform. Strong understanding of Lakehouse architecture, data mesh, and modern data stack principles. Proven ability to design and implement secure, governed, and highly available data platforms. Proven experience with Azure App Service and Azure Functions. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) and their integration with Azure. Experience with data modeling, dimensional modeling, and temporal data structures. An understanding of E-R data models (conceptual, logical, and physical). Understanding of advanced data warehouse concepts is required Strong analytical skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret customer business requirements and translating them into technical designs and solutions. Strong communication skills both verbal and written. Capable of collaborating effectively across a variety of IT and Business groups, across region roles and able to interact effectively with all levels. Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to identify where focus is needed and bring clarity to business objectives, requirements, and priorities. #GenAINTT About NTT DATA NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at