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# Senior Data Architect

- **Company:** XINOVA GROUP INC
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Data Infrastructure, Real Time Systems, Data Ingestion, Apache Spark, Information Technology, Data Pipelines, Databricks
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/e6f8ffe4-3172-44da-8d8e-d02763f597a4/senior-data-architect

## About the Role

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical discipline.
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 * 5+ years' experience across data engineering and architecture, ideally working on large-scale cloud data projects.
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 * 4+ years' experience in client-facing roles, ideally within a consultancy or professional services environment.
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 * Strong track record designing and delivering modern data platforms, including data lakehouses, warehouses and complex data pipelines.
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 * Expert-level Databricks and Apache Spark experience (essential).
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 * Strong cloud experience across AWS and/or Azure.
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 * Experience working across data ingestion, transformation, storage and real-time processing architectures.
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 * Previous involvement in technical pre-sales, including solution design, proof of concepts, client presentations and engagement pricing.
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 * Confident communicating with both technical teams and senior business stakeholders, with the ability to influence decisions and build strong client relationships.
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