Principal Data Architect

ppbSalary: /b CHF 140,000–185,000 + Performance Bonus + Excellent Benefits /p pWe're partnering with a leading international technology consultancy that helps organisations solve complex business challenges through data, AI and cloud technologies. They're looking for an experienced bPrincipal Data Architect /b to lead enterprise‑scale data transformation initiatives, shape technical strategy, and advise clients on building modern data and AI platforms. /p pThis is an opportunity to work at the intersection of consulting, architecture and engineering, helping some of Switzerland's most recognised organisations modernise their data capabilities while mentoring high‑performing technical teams. /p h3The Role /h3 pAs a Principal Data Architect, you'll act as a trusted technical advisor to clients, defining long‑term data and AI strategies while leading the design and delivery of modern cloud‑native platforms. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders, support pre‑sales engagements, and guide multidisciplinary engineering teams from concept through to implementation. /p pYou'll play a key role in helping organisations adopt scalable, secure and governed data platforms that enable advanced analytics and production‑ready AI. /p h3What You'll Be Doing /h3 ul liLead architecture and strategy engagements across modern data and AI platforms. /li liDesign scalable cloud‑based data architectures for enterprise clients. /li liAdvise organisations on platform modernisation, governance, real‑time data processing and AI adoption. /li liLead architecture workshops, technical discovery sessions and proof‑of‑concept initiatives. /li liSupport pre‑sales activities, solution design and technical proposals. /li liDrive best practices across Data Engineering, DevOps and DataOps. /li liGuide teams in building robust, secure and maintainable data platforms. /li liHelp clients operationalise AI solutions with strong governance, transparency and reproducibility. /li liMentor architects and engineers while contributing to technical thought leadership. /li /ul h3What We're Looking For /h3 ul liStrong background in Data Engineering and cloud‑native platforms. /li liExperience working across Azure, AWS and/or Google Cloud Platform. /li liHands‑on knowledge of modern data technologies including Databricks and Snowflake. /li liExpertise in data modelling, distributed processing, APIs, containerisation and serverless architectures. /li liStrong understanding of data governance, security and modern architectural patterns such as Data Mesh. /li liExperience supporting technical pre‑sales, client consulting and solution design. /li liExcellent communication skills with both technical teams and executive stakeholders. /li liFluent German and English. /li /ul h3What's On Offer /h3 ul liSalary of CHF 140,000–185,000. /li liAnnual performance/profit‑sharing bonus. /li liFlexible hybrid working. /li liComprehensive learning and development opportunities. /li liInternational collaboration across a highly respected technology consultancy. /li liOpportunity to work on complex enterprise data and AI transformation programmes. /li liClear progression into senior technical leadership. /li /ul pIf you're passionate about designing modern data platforms and helping organisations unlock the value of AI at enterprise scale, we'd love to hear from you. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr