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BNI is looking for an experienced Data Architect to lead and support our data ecosystem, ensuring that our data infrastructure is scalable, secure, and meets the diverse needs of our organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in building and managing Data Lakes, Data Warehouses, and Data Visualization platforms while leading a high-performing data team. This role requires a strategic thinker who can develop a unified data strategy that supports multiple functions such as data reporting, data visualization, data analytics, data science, data engineering, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. The candidate must be local to Bangalore, India and have hands-on expertise in modern data architecture frameworks and technologies. Roles and Responsibilities Data Architecture & Strategy Design, implement, and manage scalable Data Lakes and Data Warehouses that support business intelligence, analytics, and AI-driven decision-making. Define and execute a unified data strategy that aligns with organizational goals and supports multiple data use cases. Ensure data governance, security, and compliance best practices are embedded across all data platforms and processes. Establish data architecture frameworks and principles to optimize data flows and integrations. Technology & Platform Management Lead the adoption of best-in-class Data Visualization platforms such as Tableau, Power BI, Looker, or Qlik to support business intelligence needs. Implement and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines, data integration, and real-time data streaming solutions. Work with cloud-based data platforms (AWS, Azure, Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery, or Redshift) to ensure efficient data storage, processing, and accessibility. Optimize the performance and scalability of database management systems (SQL, NoSQL, Graph DBs, etc.). Team Leadership & Collaboration Manage, mentor, and grow a team of Data Engineers, Database Administrators, and others to drive excellence in data solutions. Foster collaboration between data teams and business stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions. Work closely with AI/ML teams to support model training, feature engineering, and operationalization of AI solutions. Security & Compliance Establish robust data security policies to protect sensitive data while ensuring seamless access control for authorized users. Ensure data compliance with local and international regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA). Implement data quality frameworks and monitoring systems to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of data. Qualifications Required: Technical Expertise Proven experience in designing and implementing Data Lakes and Data Warehouses. Expertise in modern data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Looker, Qlik, etc.). Hands-on experience with cloud-based data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery, or Redshift). Strong knowledge of ETL/ELT processes, data modeling, and database management (SQL, NoSQL, Graph Databases). Experience with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, Flink, etc.). Familiarity with AI/ML workflows and MLOps is a plus. Leadership & Collaboration Strong experience in leading and mentoring data teams. Ability to bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Preferred: Must be based in Bangalore, India. 8+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or related roles. Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Work Experience Why Join BNI Tech Work in a dynamic and innovative technology team that drives impactful data solutions. Opportunity to lead and influence data-driven decision-making in a global organization. Competitive salary and benefits package. Collaborative and growth-oriented work culture.
