Principal Data Architect

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Principal Data Architect with deep technical and analytical expertise in enterprise systems architecture and software. The successful candidate will work closely with senior business and technical staff to develop, maintain, and communicate a cohesive systems architecture strategy. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience with cloud architecture, cloud-native application development, and production cloud infrastructure implementations, particularly with AWS and/or DataBricks. This role includes providing architectural guidance on cloud-native applications, infrastructure design, capacity planning, functionality and load testing, and cloud automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect Cloud Solutions: Design and develop cloud-native applications and infrastructure, leveraging expertise in AWS and/or DataBricks platforms.
• Cloud Automation: Configure and optimize cloud automation frameworks, including implementing Terraform templates and modules.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Design and implement complex CI/CD pipelines for diverse user bases.
• Innovation and Efficiency: Drive technical innovation and improve efficiency in cloud infrastructure operations through automation scripting and API integration.
• System Architecture: Develop and maintain comprehensive systems architectures, frameworks, and application interfaces.
• Technical Review: Review and approve technical designs to ensure compliance with standards and architectural requirements.
• Consultation: Provide expert consultation and assist project teams in formulating robust solutions.
• Technology Evaluation: Stay abreast of emerging technologies and evaluate their potential impact on the business.
• Technical Standards: Develop, monitor, and enforce technical standards and specifications to facilitate accurate coding and scripting.
• Risk Assessment: Conduct risk assessments and develop metrics to measure system performance.
• Data Security: Apply knowledge of vulnerabilities related to data transfer to enhance data security and integrity.

Qualifications

• Cloud Platforms Expertise: Advanced knowledge of AWS and/or DataBricks cloud platforms.
• Terraform IaC: Expert proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform.
• Cloud-Native Development: Extensive experience in building and deploying cloud-native applications.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Proven experience in creating CI/CD pipelines using industry-standard automation tools.
• Unix/Linux: Strong understanding of Unix/Linux operating systems and container management in public clouds.
• Design & Security: Solid experience in designing for security, performance, capacity, and maintainability, using industry design patterns and best practices.
• Software Development Lifecycle: Deep understanding of the software development lifecycle, including Python, Java, and Spark.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Experience Required

• Proven track record in developing and deploying applications in public cloud environments.
• Hands-on experience with cloud automation using IaC tools like Terraform.
• AWS/Azure Certification preferred.
• Experience with Linux/Unix systems and performance tuning.
• Strong shell scripting skills.
• Experience with large-scale IaaS platforms and data analytics stacks.

Experience Required

• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Salary Range: $120,000.00 – $160,000.00

Application Deadline: 10/27/2024

Additional Information

Epsilon at Our CORE  

Epsilon is a global advertising and marketing technology company positioned at the center of Publicis Groupe. Our products accelerate our clients’ ability to harness the power of their first-party data to activate campaigns across channels and devices, with an unparalleled ability to prove outcomes.  For decades, we’ve been helping marketers from the world’s top brands personalize experiences for millions of people with our cutting-edge technology, solutions and services. Our best-in-class identity gives brands a clear, privacy-safe view of their customers, which they can use across our suite of digital media, retail media, messaging and loyalty solutions. We process 400+ billion consumer actions each day and hold many patents of proprietary technology, including real-time modeling languages and consumer privacy advancements. Thanks to the work of every employee, Epsilon has been consistently recognized as industry-leading by Forrester, Adweek and the MRC.    

Epsilon has a core set of 5 values that define our culture and guide us to create value for our clients, our people and consumers. We are seeking candidates that align with our company values, demonstrate them and make them meaningful in their day-to-day work:  

• Act with integrity. We are transparent and have the courage to do the right thing. 
• Work together to win together. We believe collaboration is the catalyst that unlocks our full potential. 
• Innovate with purpose. We shape the market with big ideas that drive big outcomes. 
• Respect all voices. We embrace differences and foster a culture of connection and belonging. 
• Empower with accountability. We trust each other to own and deliver on common goals. 

Because You Matter 

As an Epsilon employee, you deserve perks and benefits that put you, your family and your finances first.  Our benefits encompass a wide range of offerings, including but not limited to the following:  

• Time to Recharge: Flexible time off (FTO), 14 paid holidays 
• Time to Recover: Paid sick time  
• Family Well-Being: Parental/new child leave, childcare & elder care assistance, adoption assistance  
• Extra Perks: Comprehensive health coverage, 401(k), tuition assistance, commuter benefits, professional development, employee recognition, charitable donation matching, health coaching and counseling  

Epsilon benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms.  

Epsilon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Epsilon’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on actual or perceived race, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy), marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, religion, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Epsilon also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. Epsilon will provide accommodations to applicants needing accommodations to complete the application process. Please reach out to LeaveofAbsence@epsilon.com to request an accommodation.

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