Azure Data Solutions Architect

Analytica is seeking a talented Azure Data Solutions Architect to  remotely support one or more dynamic, long-term federal government enterprise data programs. The ideal candidate will lead the architecture and implementation of cloud and on-prem data solutions. 
 
Analytica has been recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest-growing 250 businesses in the US for 3 years. We work with U.S. government clients in health, civilian, and national security missions to build better technology products that impact our day-to-day lives. The company offers competitive compensation with opportunities for bonuses, employer-paid health care, training and development funds, and 401k match.   
 
Responsibilities include (but not limited to): 

• Collaborate with federal client stakeholders and technical staff to ensure data architecture approaches and implementation maximize the value, accessibility, and security of client data both private and published. 
• Design and develop enterprise-wide database solutions utilizing Azure cloud technologies to meet a diverse set of federal analytics, reporting and operating requirements (e.g. Human Capital) 
• Design and aid in the implementation of scalable cloud microservices database migrations strategy. 
• Design and aid in the development of statistical models and predictive analytics 
• Design and aid in the development of data management and governance procedures 
• Understand technical issues in using analytical tools and assess tools risks and opportunities to an organization. 
• Serve as a client-facing solutions presenter in the introduction and adoption of microservices 
• Serve as a subject matter expert in an on-prem and cloud hybrid platform; research, analyze, recommend and select technical approaches for solving exciting, complex development and integration challenges. 
• Implement and maintain data in on-prem and cloud environments, maintain efficiency, ensure high availability, troubleshoot and resolve database performance issues and conduct performance tuning 
• Provide technical expertise and hands-on support in the consolidation and migration of databases and datastores to new platforms 
• Mentor and develop more junior staff through teaching, empowering, and influencing technical and consulting skills 

 Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Data Science, or equivalent area. 
• 8+ years of data engineering and/or data warehousing experience 
• Relevant Azure certifications, e.g., Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect. 
• 5+ years of experience migrating structured and unstructured data to data lakes and data warehouses. 
• 5+ years of experience provisioning, implementing, and maintaining data lakes. 
• 3+ years of experience with major data visualization platforms, e.g. PowerBI, Tableau. 
• 3+ years of experience using scripting languages to automate tasks in Azure, e.g., PowerShell, or Python 
• 4+ years of deep experience building off-prem data solutions (Azure or equivalent cloud using cloud database technologies for data ingestion, data storage, real-time processing, and analytics) 
• 3+ years of experience with Azure monitoring and logging solutions, e.g., Azure Log Analytics and Azure Monitor and Application Insights 
• Experience with Azure Fabric highly preferred 
• Proficient at creating training materials and detailed technical documentation. 
• Experience working within Agile methodology and development, DevOps and using version control platforms e.g., GitHub) 
• Have domain knowledge of standard data methodologies (DMBOK, NIST etc). 
• Team player and the ability to work effectively within a group as well as self-motivated with minimal supervision 
• Excellent problem solving, collaboration, and communication skills 
• US Citizen with ability to secure a US Federal Clearance 

 
About ANALYTICA: Analytica is a leading consulting and information technology solutions provider to public sector organizations supporting health, civilian, and national security missions. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Bethesda, MD, the company is an established SBA certified HUBZone and 8(a) small business that has been recognized by Inc. Magazine each of the past three years as one of the 250 fastest-growing companies in the U.S.  Analytica specializes in providing software and systems engineering, information management, analytics & visualization, agile project management, and management consulting services. The company is appraised by the Software Engineering Institute (SEI) at CMMI® Maturity Level 3 and is an ISO 9001:2008 certified provider. 
 
  

Analytica LLC. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases

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