Senior Data Platforms Architect

We are EDP, a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

The Global Digital Data Arch & Engineering CoE is looking to recruit a Senior Data Platforms Architect. As a Senior Data Platforms Architect, you will define and evolve the architecture of EDP's enterprise data ecosystem - enabling analytics, AI, and digital transformation at scale. You'll design future-proof, secure, and interoperable data platforms aligned with EDP's Data & Analytics Reference Architecture and data governance framework.

What you will do

• Design and maintain EDP's enterprise-wide data platform reference architecture.
• Lead the adoption of cloud solutions with modern data lakehouse architectures and integration with business data domains.
• Define reference models and standards ensuring interoperability and compliance.
• Collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, and business teams to align architecture with enterprise strategy.
• Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake, Microsoft Fabric, Kafka).
• Drive architectural governance, performance optimization, and platform security.
• Mentor engineering teams and promote best practices in data solutions design and operations

What are we looking for

• Degree, Master's, or Doctorate in engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in data architecture, platform engineering, or solution design.
• Proven experience with cloud-native data ecosystems (Azure, AWS, GCP)- Strong background in Databricks, Spark, Data Factory and data modeling.
• Solid understanding of data governance, lineage, and security (GDPR).
• Skilled in CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code (Terraform/Bicep), and DevOps for data.
• Preferred:
  • Experience with data mesh, ML Ops, and FinOps.
  • Certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect or Databricks Certified Data Architect.
• Excellent autonomy, communication and collaboration abilities.

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?

As a top employer we:

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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