We are tech transformation specialists, uniting human expertise with AI to create scalable tech solutions. With over 6,500 CI&Ters; worldwide, we’ve built partnerships with more than 1,000 clients over our 30 years of history. Artificial Intelligence is our reality. We seek a seasoned Principal Data Architect to lead major data architecture projects, providing expert technical guidance and fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience working as a senior technical leader on data platform programs, including building or migrating large data platforms. Additionally, expertise with one of the major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), Snowflake, and/or Databricks, as well as DataOps, is essential. Responsibilities: 1. Leadership & Project Management: Lead major data architecture projects, ensuring alignment with company culture and values. Provide technical guidance to the team and clients, including those without a technical background. Act as a point of contact for top managers, assisting with everyday tasks and strategic growth initiatives. 2. Mentorship & Team Development: Mentor team members, promoting continuous learning and inclusive leadership. Develop successors and foster an environment of continuous learning and innovation. 3. Strategic Decision-Making: Make critical decisions regarding data architecture based on project requirements and strategic objectives. Implement innovative data architecture methodologies with a focus on AI and FLOW. 4. Agile Methodology: Guide the team in using agile methods to efficiently complete projects. 5. System Alignment & Client Satisfaction: Ensure data systems align with business needs and client satisfaction. Implement secure solutions that regulate access, manage data lifecycles effectively, and maintain an organized data structure. 6. Trust & Work Environment: Build trust and promote an emotionally healthy and safe work environment. 7. Financial & Operational Excellence: Balance team competencies, seniority, and succession plans. Manage financial aspects and ensure operational excellence through continuous improvement and effective risk management. Requirements for this challenge: - Proven experience as a senior technical leader on data platform programs, including building or migrating large data platforms. - Expertise with one or more of the major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), Snowflake, and/or Databricks. - Strong understanding of DataOps principles and practices. - Exceptional leadership and mentoring abilities. - Proficiency in making strategic decisions about data architecture. - Experience in implementing secure and efficient data lifecycle management solutions. - Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. - Proven ability to drive innovation and continuous learning within a team. - Fluent in English. Nice to Have: - Experience with AI applied to the data field. - Strong project management skills with experience in agile methodologies. - Proficiency in Spanish. CI&T; is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity. We encourage candidates from diverse and underrepresented communities to apply. Our benefits include premium healthcare, meal vouchers, parental leave, mobile subsidy, sick pay, life insurance, CI&T; University, Colombian holidays, paid vacations, and more. Collaboration, diversity, and excellence define us. We value diverse identities and experiences, fostering a safe, inclusive, and innovative work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr