Data Architect (GCP-focused) Location: Remote Type: Contract Start Date: ASAP
At Sphere, we blend global expertise with local insight to help organizations turn complex ideas into real, scalable solutions. We’re currently seeking a Data Architect with strong experience in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to help our clients build modern, efficient, and secure data platforms. Experience with AI/ML is a plus, but not required. Key Responsibilities: * Design and implement data architectures on GCP, using services like BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, and Vertex AI (optional). * Build scalable data pipelines and data models to support analytics, reporting, and machine learning use cases. * Collaborate with stakeholders to define data strategy, architecture standards, and best practices. * Optimize storage, query performance, and data processing workflows for scalability and cost-efficiency. * Ensure data quality, governance, and security across systems. * Evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies within the GCP ecosystem. * Support AI/ML teams (if applicable) by architecting data flows for training and inference.
Requirements: * 4+ years of experience in data architecture, engineering, or analytics roles. * 2+ years of experience with GCP and its data services (BigQuery, Dataflow, Cloud Storage, Pub/Sub, etc.). * Strong experience in SQL, Python, and data modeling. * Knowledge of data lake and data warehouse architectures. * Familiarity with CI/CD, Terraform or other IaC tools. * Ability to design end-to-end data pipelines from ingestion to reporting/ML serving. * Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with clients and technical teams.
Nice to Have: * Experience with AI/ML platforms (e.g., Vertex AI, TensorFlow, PyTorch). * Knowledge of other cloud platforms (AWS, Azure). * Experience with Databricks or Apache Spark. * Familiarity with data governance tools and practices.
What we offer: Sphere provides a dynamic and flexible work environment, competitive compensation, opportunities for international collaboration, and a strong focus on innovation and career growth.
