Immediate need for a talented Senior Azure Data Architect. This is a 06+months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in US (Remote -EST). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested. Job ID: 25-74905 Pay Range: $80 - $85/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location). Key Responsibilities: • Data Analysis & Modeling: • Analyze organizational data inputs, outputs, and variances to identify patterns, inconsistencies, and optimization opportunities. • Design and implement a common data model to ensure consistency and interoperability across Microsoft-based systems. • Data Architecture Design: • Define and maintain scalable, secure data architectures using Azure services (e.g., Azure Data Lake, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure SQL Database). • Architect solutions for data integration, storage, and processing within the Microsoft ecosystem • Data Lifecycle Management: • Manage the full data lifecycle, including ingestion, processing, storage, retrieval, and archival using Azure tools (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Azure Blob Storage). • Ensure data quality, governance, and compliance with regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) • Reporting & Analytics: • Develop frameworks for reporting and analytics using Power BI and Azure Synapse Analytics to support business decision-making. • Implement and optimize machine learning models using Azure Machine Learning for predictive analytics and insights. • Machine Learning Model Development: • Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models to address business needs, leveraging Azure Machine Learning and related tools. • Integrate ML models into data pipelines for real-time or batch processing. • Tool & Technology Selection: • Recommend and implement Azure and Microsoft tools for data management, analytics, and machine learning (e.g., Azure Databricks, Power BI, Azure AI). • Stay updated on advancements in Azure and Microsoft technologies to enhance data and ML capabilities. • Collaboration & Leadership: • Partner with IT, business units, and data scientists to align data and ML strategies with organizational goals. • Provide guidance on best practices for data governance, security, and lifecycle management within the Microsoft ecosystem. Key Requirements and Technology Experience: • Key Skills; Azure Data Architect, Power BI, Azure Synapse Analytics, Machine Learning. • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field. • 5+ years in data architecture, data management, or a related role, with a focus on the Azure and Microsoft stack. • Proven experience with data modeling, ETL processes, and data lifecycle management in Azure environments. • Hands-on experience building and deploying machine learning models using Azure Machine Learning or similar platforms. • Expertise in Azure data services (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake, Azure SQL Database). • Proficiency in Power BI for data visualization and reporting • Strong knowledge of machine learning frameworks and tools (e.g., Azure Machine Learning, Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch). • Experience with data integration tools (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Logic Apps). • Familiarity with data governance frameworks and compliance standards. • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills. • Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate • Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate • Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Functional ConsultantData Storage & Processing: Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB. • Data Integration: Azure Data Factory, Azure Logic Apps, Microsoft SSIS. • Analytics & Visualization: Power BI, Azure Analysis Services. • Machine Learning: Azure Machine Learning, Azure Databricks, Python, R, TensorFlow, PyTorch. • Database Systems: Azure SQL Database, SQL Server, Azure Cosmos DB. • Other Microsoft Tools: Microsoft Purview (for data governance), Azure Event Hubs, Azure Stream Analytics. 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