Lead Data Architect - Microsoft Fabric

Overview:

WELCOME TO SITA

We're the team that keeps airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our tech and communication innovations are the secret behind the success of the world’s air travel industry.

You'll find us at 95% of international hubs. We partner closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients, each with their own unique needs and challenges. Our goal is to find fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to make their operations run like clockwork. Want to be a part of something big?

Are you ready to love your job? The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.

ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM

SITA is accelerating its transformation toward a modern, cloud‑native, data‑driven enterprise. As Lead Data Architect – Microsoft Fabric, you will not only bring expertise in data architecture and integration but also play a critical role in driving transformation and innovation within the CTO organization. Being able to successfully support CTO wider vision requires the ability to employ your skills in AI, Data Automation and Data Science to design data models that will drive business automation efficiencies and meaningful analytics insights

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Analyze business and data requirements and translate them into fit-for-purpose data architecture designs.
Engage with stakeholders to recommend and shape current and future data architecture solutions.
Design and govern data architecture using Microsoft Fabric, ensuring consistency with enterprise standards.
Define and oversee data ingestion and integration approaches (batch, streaming, APIs, files).
Apply data architecture best practices including data modelling, metadata management, and change control
Provide data architecture guidance and support to internal and external delivery teams.
Ensure all data architecture activities comply with agreed strategies, standards, and processes.
Qualifications:
ABOUT YOUR SKILLS

Demonstrated ability to apply

Big Data expertise to design scalable, cloud native architectures that support enterprise-wide analytics and high-volume data processing.
Big Data engineering patterns to optimize ingestion, transformation, and storage layers within Microsoft Fabric Lakehouse environments.
Data Automation to streamline ingestion, integration, and transformation processes across batch, streaming, API, and file-based sources.
Data Science awareness to design data models and Lakehouse structures that enable ML/AI -ready applications and analytics across the enterprise.
ML oriented design principles to structure data flows that meet the requirements of advanced analytics teams.
Continuous Development & Tech Curiosity, staying ahead of advances in cloud data engineering & Fabric capabilities while adopting new analytical and automation technologies
Thought leadership to coach teams and represent the data architecture discipline in cross-functional initiatives
Customer-centric thinking to architect data platforms that elevate operational efficiency, and enable solutions that respond to user demand, create value, and drive business outcomes

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s or equivalent in Computer Science or related discipline
8+ years’ experience in data architecture within enterprise environments.
Hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Fabric or modern cloud data platforms.

NICE-TO-HAVE

A recognized professional qualification is desirable.
MS Fabric certification is a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER

We’re all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We’re proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever.

Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team’s needs)

Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans.

Flex Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.

Employee Wellbeing: We’ve got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health – a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs.

Professional Development: Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning!

Competitive Benefits: Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status.

SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process.