Senior Data Architect (F/M/X)

**This position is available for residents in Germany
Location: Munich, Germany. 

About us 

Ascent is a design-led software, data and cloud business that specialises in advanced analytics and AI.  We are an engineering business. We design, build and manage cloud-native products, solutions, platforms & experiences on Azure. 
Our pan-European community of engineers, architects, data scientists and digital consultants helps customers take on challenges and opportunities, so they can do something new, or do existing things better. From global insurance, pharma, healthcare and retail to smart home devices, space exploration and cricket - we get to work with some of the sharpest minds in the brightest businesses.   
 

Your profile

We are looking for a Senior Data Architect (F/M/X) with a strong customer focus and 

• Proven experience in the design and implementation of data warehouse and analytics solutions for medium-sized and enterprise companies 
• Applied knowledge in different data modeling approaches and data integration patterns as well as common architecture documentation techniques 
• Experience in leading development teams and defining development processes 
• Structured approach in requirements engineering with business departments and IT 
• Very good knowledge of the Azure Data Stack -- Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Lake and Power BI as well as Azure Fundamentals 
• Skills in using Databricks, Snowflake and/or Spark 
• Knowledge of infrastructure and deployment automation 
• Solid experience in general programming - ideally Python, SQL, C# and PowerShell 

Data is your passion. You can clearly feel this when you explain the possible uses of modern data technologies to customers or when you design a complex data architecture with and for your colleagues in the team. You have many years of practical experience in working with data analytics, data warehouse and reporting solutions, know the challenges of integrating heterogeneous source systems and always keep the business use case in focus. We prefer to apply agile methods in our way of working. Therefore, it is crucial that you feel comfortable with this approach. You should be able to communicate clearly and effectively in German and English in customer-facing situations, especially with people who may not be as tech-savvy. Good written and oral language skills are therefore of great importance. Being a team player and appreciating sharing knowledge should come naturally to you. It is important that you have the passion and drive to achieve common goals and objectives.  
 

Your tasks

• Technical responsibility for the planning and implementation of analytics solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform 
• Leading development teams 
• Design of data architectures and data models for analytical applications 
• Requirements Engineering and KPI Definition 
• Hands-on project work in the field of data integration and/or reporting/analysis 
• Know-how transfer both internally and to the customer 

Working at Ascent  

At Ascent, we promote a healthy work-life balance with hybrid working and flexibility. Enjoy great benefits like 30 days of vacation, workation, childcare allowance, lunch vouchers, and transport allowance.Your well-being matters to us, which is why we offer access to Well-Being Coaches. 

We take your growth seriously, supporting your professional development with training, certifications, and regular feedback. Our workplace is modern, fun, and truly lives by our values: Empathy, Energy, and Audacity. 

As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster inclusion and belonging. No one is treated less favorably due to gender, background, age, or disability. Need adjustments during the application process? Just let us know. 

*Benefits may vary from each country