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# Azure Data Architect

- **Company:** VACO LLC
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, Business Software, Business Systems, Cloud Engineering, Data as a Services, Data Architecture, Data Cleansing, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Data Infrastructure, Data Integration, Data Transformation, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Machine Learning, Microsoft Data Access Components, Metadata, Meta-Data Management, Power BI, Enterprise Data Management, Enterprise Software Applications, Microsoft Power Automate, Data Strategy, Microsoft Fabric, AI Platforms, Data Analytics, Data Management, Alteryx
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/5ef9accd-e614-42e0-b812-b797b4c07702

## About the Role

The ideal candidate will have deep experience within the Microsoft ecosystem and a strong background in enterprise data architecture, governance, and platform strategy. This is a highly visible consulting role partnering with senior business and technology leaders to establish scalable data foundations for future AI-driven solutions., * 10+ years of experience in Data Architecture, Data Engineering, or Enterprise Data Management.

 * Deep expertise with Microsoft Azure data services and cloud architecture.
 * Experience with Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Power Platform, and Dynamics CRM environments.
 * Strong understanding of data governance, metadata management, master data, and data quality frameworks.
 * Experience integrating data across enterprise applications and business systems.
 * Ability to communicate effectively with executive stakeholders and business leaders.
 * Experience supporting AI, machine learning, or generative AI initiatives through data platform design.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience with Microsoft Copilot and AI enablement initiatives.
 * Knowledge of ERP and CRM integrations.
 * Experience with Alteryx or similar data preparation platforms.
 * Consulting background with enterprise-scale transformation projects.
 * Familiarity with change management and user adoption strategies.

Technology Environment

 * Microsoft Azure
 * Microsoft Fabric
 * Power BI
 * Power Platform
 * Dynamics CRM
 * Microsoft Copilot
 * Alteryx
 * Enterprise ERP and business applications

## Description

* Assess existing data architecture and identify opportunities to improve accessibility, quality, governance, and discoverability.
 * Design and implement data strategies that support analytics, reporting, and AI initiatives.
 * Consolidate and integrate data from multiple enterprise platforms and repositories.
 * Establish metadata, taxonomy, and data governance best practices.
 * Partner with business stakeholders to define AI and data-driven use cases.
 * Develop scalable solutions leveraging Azure and Microsoft data technologies.
 * Create recommendations and roadmaps for long-term data modernization efforts.
 * Support adoption of modern analytics and AI platforms across the organization.


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