Are you eager to invest your skills and expertise into creating impactful and sustainable data and analytical solutions? Adastra may have just what you are looking for.

As a Cloud Architect, you will be at the forefront of our value-driven approach to delivering top-quality IT solutions. Your expertise will help build reliable, scalable, and secure infrastructures, enhancing effectiveness and efficiency across data streams and pipelines. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in classical data warehousing or big data as well as more modern data platform solutions. We seek a well-rounded professional with Databricks experience who can seamlessly apply technical and communication skills to advance data solutions and drive strategic success.

Primary Location: Across Canada or USA (Preference for Texas)

Work Model: Hybrid

Employment Type: Full-Time or Contractor

Vacancy Status: New

Compensation Range: $120,000 - $150,000 CAD

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze the current state and identify/document gaps between the current state and business requirements
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand business processes and refine business requirements
• Contribute towards technical presales efforts, shaping cloud strategy and solution proposals
• Define the future state solution architecture, ensuring it meets security, availability, and business needs
• Develop and define future state data architecture and models aligned with business objectives
• Outline high-level steps, plans, and resource requirements necessary to achieve the future state
• Complete customer-required specifications for requirements, architecture, and design to secure solution approval from all stakeholders
• Establish governance processes to ensure the effective adoption and maintenance of solutions
• Develop and enforce best practices for consistent development, implementation, and maintenance of solutions
• Lead and manage teams through the entire solution development and delivery lifecycle
• Maintain regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates on progress, challenges, and changes
• Effectively manage and resolve issues that arise during the solution life cycle blocking developer progression
• Stay informed about the latest technology developments and maintain a "trusted advisor" role with stakeholders
• Estimate software and service pricing related to solution design and implementation
• Technical Communication: Capably explain technical projects and their business impact to management and non-technical stakeholders
• Conduct assessments, identify bottlenecks and gaps in infrastructure, recommend improvements, and implement changes

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Formal education in IT, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fields
• A minimum of 3+ years of experience architecting solutions on Databricks.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in a Data Engineering or Data Architect role, demonstrating deep technical knowledge and leadership in data solutions
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in data modeling, demonstrating strong analytical and design capabilities
• Experience with SQL, including DDL, DML, optimizing, and implementing security measures
• Hands-on expertise with Lakehouse and Data Warehouse technologies, including experience in optimizing data access for speed, reliability, and business-driven velocity
• Proven track record in implementing and leading cloud migration projects, displaying deep understanding of the associated challenges and best practices
• Experience with various cloud deployment models, including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and Hybrid environments
• Expert-level proficiency with Azure Databricks including Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, Lakeflow, Lakebridge, Delta Sharing, AI Genie.
• Energetic and results-oriented, with a proven ability to leverage technology to meet business objectives, improve processes, and deliver efficiencies
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, with a strong initiative to drive ongoing optimization and business improvements
• Excellent client-facing communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively with onshore and offshore teams

NICE TO HAVE

• Previous experience in technical presales for data solutions, able to articulate business value and build client trust 
• One or more Databricks certifications would be an asset
• Proficiency in Python, R, Scala, or similar scripting languages
• Expert-level proficiency in one of Snowflake or Microsoft Fabric
• Azure and/or AWS certifications

ABOUT ADASTRA

Adastra is a global leader in AI and data-driven transformation, helping organizations lead with artificial intelligence—responsibly, strategically, and at scale. With over 25 years of experience, Adastra empowers enterprise clients to unlock business value through data innovation, operational excellence, and smart customer engagement.

Trusted by some of the world’s most prominent brands, Adastra delivers end-to-end solutions grounded in thoughtful strategy, robust governance, and deep technical expertise. From defining vision to ensuring execution, Adastra guides organizations through every stage of their AI, data and cloud journey—building future-ready capabilities and delivering measurable, lasting impact.

Adastra serves clients across key industries including financial services, automotive, manufacturing, technology, media and telecom (TMT), healthcare, retail, and professional services. The company employs more than 2,000 professionals across North America, Europe, and Asia.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Opportunity for advancement and career progression
• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits plan
• Successful referral program
• The opportunity to work with one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies
• Satisfaction of working for a reputable company 
• A flexible, dynamic, and diverse workplace

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

In our commitment to promote fair and equitable treatment of all employees and applicants, Adastra Corporation provides equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of age, sex, disability, race, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other ground as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code.  In addition, accommodation will be provided during the hiring process. Adastra Corporation’s implementation and support of employment initiatives, encourage diversified labour force participation and equal access to opportunities based on merit and performance.

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