Azure Cloud Lead/Architect

Azure Cloud Lead/Architect (Azure Databricks & Unity Catalog)

Duration- Fulltime

Role Summary

The Azure Cloud Architect will lead the enablement of cloud architecture for new capabilities, enhancements, and data source integrations within the enterprise data platform. This role is pivotal in designing and delivering cloud and security architecture patterns that align with Customer cloud and security governance standards.

The architect will focus on advancing features within the Databricks ecosystem—including Unity Catalog suite, Delta Sharing, Serverless compute, Lakehouse monitoring, and workflow orchestration. A strong understanding of Databricks Cloud Architecture is preferred.

This role requires close collaboration with Cloud Services and GCS Architects to facilitate architecture and security reviews for each new platform enablement.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and implement scalable cloud solutions for data platform enhancements and integrations.
• Design secure and compliant cloud architecture patterns in alignment with Starbucks governance standards.
• Lead technical enablement of Databricks features such as Unity Catalog, Delta Sharing, Serverless, and orchestration tools.
• Collaborate with Cloud Services and GCS Architecture teams to conduct architecture and security reviews.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance across data engineering and platform teams.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in Azure cloud architecture and data platform design.
• Strong knowledge of Databricks Cloud Architecture and its advanced features.
• Familiarity with cloud security principles and governance frameworks.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional teams.
• Experience with workflow orchestration, monitoring, and serverless technologies.