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Data Architect

Remote from Spain·Added 4 months ago

First posted 4 months ago, still open when we checked on 26 Sept

Overview

Job details

  • Fully remote

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Tecdata Engineering doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Solid experience as a Data Architect.

  • Extensive knowledge and practical experience with Databricks.

  • Experience working with Mosaic.

  • Design and implementation of enterprise data architectures.

  • Experience in Big Data environments and distributed processing.

  • Advanced knowledge of data modeling.

  • Experience in large-scale data integration and transformation.

  • Knowledge of Lakehouse architectures and modern analytical platforms.

  • Experience defining architecture standards and best practices.

Nice to have

  • Apache Spark.

  • Delta Lake.

  • Data Lakehouse Architecture.

  • Azure Data Platform.

  • ETL / ELT.

  • Data Governance.

  • Data Quality.

  • Data Catalog.

  • Streaming and real-time processing.

  • Advanced SQL.

  • Python.

  • DevOps applied to data platforms.

The role

Job description

We are looking for a Data Architect to join a strategic project within the Banco de España, participating in transformation and modernization initiatives for high-impact data platforms.

The selected person will be responsible for the design, definition, and evolution of scalable data architectures, working with cutting-edge Big Data technologies and collaborating with engineering, analytics, and data governance teams.

This is a key position within the organization's data ecosystem, participating in projects of corporate scope and high visibility.

What you'll do

  • Design and evolve modern, scalable, and data-oriented data architectures.

  • Define data models, integration flows, and storage strategies.

  • Lead architectural decisions related to Big Data platforms and advanced analytics.

  • Design Databricks-based solutions for massive data processing.

  • Define standards, patterns, and best practices for data architecture.

  • Participate in data governance, quality, and information lifecycle management initiatives.

  • Collaborate with Data Engineering, Analytics, BI, and Data Governance teams.

  • Optimize the performance, scalability, and reliability of data platforms.

  • Design architectures for distributed processing and large volumes of information.

  • Ensure the alignment of solutions with business requirements and regulatory needs.

Candidate Profile

  • Data architect with a strategic vision and technical leadership capacity.

  • Experience in corporate data transformation projects.

  • Ability to define scalable and sustainable solutions.

  • Profile oriented towards quality, governance, and advanced data exploitation.

  • Accustomed to working with multidisciplinary teams in complex environments.

  • Excellent communication and technical documentation skills.

About Tecdata Engineering

Tecdata Engineering (TECDATA ENGINEERING) is a technology consulting and services provider specialized in global technology projects, with a portfolio covering custom software development, legacy modernization, managed services, cloud infrastructure, Salesforce, cybersecurity (including SOC, pentesting and NIS2 compliance), and data & AI services, alongside IT talent services such as headhunting and staff augmentation. The company reports being founded in 2012 with around 500 employees ("Compañeros 500") and 5M in billing, and forms part of a broader technology consulting group with more than 550 consultants across 5 countries. It states it is present in major economic sectors including banking, telecommunications, and insurance.

In Spain, Tecdata Engineering hires across multiple locations including Madrid, Barcelona, and Bilbao, with a significant share of openings marked "Completamente remoto" (fully remote) or hybrid. Its careers portal organizes vacancies into departments such as Desarrollo y QA, Ciberseguridad, Cloud, DevOps, Sistemas y Producción, Gestión de Proyectos, Comercial, and RRHH, and current openings range from COBOL and mainframe-adjacent banking roles to data engineering, Salesforce, SAP, cybersecurity, and air traffic management QA. For international professionals considering a move to Spain, the volume of remote-eligible roles across the country is notable, though the company's careers and website content is published in Spanish.

Industry
IT Services
Founded
2012
Employees
500
Website
tecdata.es

Good to know if you are moving

  • Many openings are advertised as fully remote within Spain, e.g. "Senior Data Scientist – GCP Madrid · Completamente remoto" and "ML ENGINEER Madrid · Completamente remoto".
  • Hiring activity in Spain includes Madrid, Barcelona, and Bilbao, with hybrid and on-site arrangements depending on the role.
  • The company reports around 500 employees ("Compañeros 500") and was founded in 2012.
  • It is part of a technology consulting group with more than 550 consultants operating in 5 countries.
  • Its client sectors include banking, telecommunications, and insurance, so many roles involve regulated, enterprise-grade environments.
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