Principal Data Platform Architect – Azure

Are you ready to be the founding architect of a world-class Data & AI practice in Norway?

Devoteam M Cloud, a leading European Microsoft partner, is aggressively expanding its capabilities in Data and AI. We are looking for a Principal Data Platform Architect—a visionary leader and hands-on expert—to build, define, and scale our data platform offering focused on the powerful combination of Microsoft Azure Fabric and Databricks.

This is a strategic, foundational role where your technical mastery and architectural vision will directly shape the data strategy of major Norwegian enterprises.

The Role: Build the Core of Our Data & AI Future

As the Principal Data Platform Architect, you will be the cornerstone of our data capabilities in Norway. You will define the technical vision, establish delivery standards, and act as the primary architectural authority for our most complex client engagements.

What You Will Deliver (Key Responsibilities):

• Practice Leadership & Vision: Define the architecture standards, best practices, and delivery frameworks for all Azure-based data solutions across the practice.
• End-to-End Solution Design: Architect robust, scalable data platforms leveraging the full spectrum of the Azure Data Platform (Data Lake, Synapse, Data Factory, Event Hub) in conjunction with Databricks (Spark, Delta Lake, MLflow).
• Senior Client Advisory: Engage C-level and senior technical stakeholders to translate complex business needs into clear, high-value technical architectures and actionable roadmaps.
• Team Enablement: Mentor, coach, and guide our growing team of Data Engineers, Scientists, and Consultants, fostering a culture of technical excellence and best-in-class delivery.
• Innovation & Thought Leadership: Stay ahead of the Azure/Databricks roadmap, driving innovation and sharing expertise through industry events, blogs, and internal knowledge sharing.

What We're Looking For: The Elite Data Architect

We require a minimum of 8+ years of progressive experience in Data Engineering/Architecture, with at least 3 years of deep, focused experience leading major Azure data platform projects.

Non-Negotiable Technical Expertise:

• Microsoft Azure Data Platform: Deep expertise in architecting and implementing solutions using Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS), Azure Data Factory, and Azure Event Hub/Kafka.
• Databricks Mastery: Strong, proven proficiency in the Databricks platform, including advanced usage of Apache Spark, Delta Lake, and the MLflow ecosystem for enterprise workloads.
• Expertise in defining data architecture principles, designing robust ETL/ELT pipelines, and advanced data modeling techniques.

Leadership & Consulting Mandate:

• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and effectively influence and communicate with senior client stakeholders.
• A proven Consulting Mindset, comfortable leading client-facing roles, strategic pre-sales engagements, and translating technical benefits into business value.

Preferred Certifications (Highly Valued):

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate
• Databricks Certified Professional Data Engineer

Why Join Devoteam M Cloud in Norway?

You are not just filling a role; you are becoming the driving force behind a new, critical practice area.

• Pioneer Status: Be the architect and leader of the new Data & AI practice from the foundational stage.
• Leading-Edge Technology: Work exclusively with the most advanced, in-demand cloud and data technologies (Azure, Databricks, AI).
• Culture: Enjoy a culture of innovation, global collaboration, and continuous learning within a recognized European leader.
• Compensation: Competitive package, excellent benefits, and accelerated career development opportunities.

Ready to architect the future of data-driven transformation in Norway? Apply now and become the core of our Data & AI journey