Head of Data & Platform Architecture

We are looking for an exceptional Head of Data & Platform Architecture to lead and grow Exadel’s global Data, Analytics, and AI Architecture capability. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for defining, building, and delivering modern, scalable, and future-proof data and platform architectures that drive transformation for both Exadel and its clients across industries.

This role combines technical excellence, strategic vision, client delivery leadership, and commercial impact—serving as a key pillar in establishing Exadel as a world-class Data & AI consulting partner.

Why Join Exadel

We’re an AI-first global tech company with 25+ years of engineering leadership, 2,000+ team members, and 500+ active projects powering Fortune 500 clients, including HBO, Microsoft, Google, and Starbucks.

From AI platforms to digital transformation, we partner with enterprise leaders to build what’s next.

What powers it all? Our people are ambitious, collaborative, and constantly evolving.

What You’ll Do

Strategy & Leadership

• Define and lead the global Data & Platform Architecture strategy—ensuring alignment with emerging trends, client demands, and Exadel’s growth ambitions
• Build, grow, and manage a high-performing team of Data Architects, Platform Architects, and Solution Designers (initial team size: 3–6), fostering talent development and innovation
• Represent Exadel externally as a thought leader in the architecture and data modernization space—participating in industry forums, client pitches, and market shaping

Architecture Vision, Development & Delivery

• Design and own end-to-end enterprise data architecture blueprints for clients—covering all layers including:
• Ingestion, Streaming, Batch Processing
• Data Storage (Lake, Lakehouse, Warehouse)
• Data Transformation & Orchestration
• Data Governance, Security & Privacy
• Data Consumption: BI, APIs, AI/ML
• Define and deliver reference architectures that are:
• Cloud-native, modular, scalable, and cost-efficient
• Aligned to Data Mesh, Data Fabric, Lakehouse, and AI-readiness principles
• Provide architecture governance and oversight across client programmes to ensure quality, scalability, and security

Platform Innovation & Technology Enablement

• Lead the evaluation, selection, and adoption of data platforms, tools, and cloud technologies (Snowflake, Databricks, Azure, AWS, GCP, dbt, Kafka, etc.)
• Own and evolve Exadel’s internal Data Platform capability and roadmap—ensuring reusable assets, accelerators, and best practices are created for scalable client delivery
• Stay ahead of market trends in AI platforms, data engineering, privacy engineering, and cloud evolution to ensure competitive advantage

Execution & Revenue Generation

• Shape and oversee large-scale data architecture solutioning and delivery for Exadel’s key clients
• Drive the development of architecture-led offerings and accelerators that support revenue growth and market differentiation
• Actively contribute to pre-sales, solutioning, proposal writing, and executive client engagement

What You Bring

• 12+ years of experience in Enterprise Data Architecture, Solution Architecture, or Platform Engineering, with 5+ years in leadership roles
• Deep expertise in:
  •  Cloud-native data platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)
  • Modern data architectures (Lakehouse, Data Mesh, Fabric, Real-Time/Streaming)
  • DataOps, DevOps, MLOps principles
  • Big Data, Advanced Analytics, and AI/ML enablement
• Strong background in Data Modelling:
  • Design and development of conceptual, logical, and physical data models
  • Expertise in dimensional modelling (Star Schema, Snowflake Schema) and normalized OLTP models
  • Hands-on experience with data modelling tools such as Erwin, PowerDesigner, dbt, SQL Developer Data Modeler, etc. 
• Solid experience in ETL/ELT design, including:
  • Source-to-Target Mapping (STM)
  • Data integration patterns (batch, real-time, micro-batch)
  • Pipeline orchestration and performance optimization
• Proven experience delivering large-scale data transformation, cloud migration, and modernization programmes in complex enterprise environments, ideally in a consulting or advisory capacity
• Exceptional ability to develop reference architectures, technology roadmaps, and reusable frameworks
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement, communication, and storytelling skills with the ability to translate technical complexity into clear business narratives for executives and non-technical audiences
• Strategic visionary thinker combined with hands-on technical credibility
• Strong team leadership and coaching capabilities
• Passionate about technology innovation, AI-readiness, and client success
• Commercially savvy with the ability to shape value-driven architecture offerings

English level

Upper-Intermediate

Legal & Hiring Information

• Exadel is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion across minority, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, and more
• Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
• Please note: this job description is not exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may evolve based on business needs

Advantages of Working with Exadel

Exadel is a global company, and benefits can vary depending on your location and contract type. Your recruiter will provide specific information about the benefits available to you.

• International projects
• In-office, hybrid or remote mode
• Medical healthcare
• Recognition program
• Professional & personal development opportunities
• Foreign languages classes
• Well-being program
• Corporate events
• Sports compensation
• Referral program
• Equipment provision
• Paid vacation & sick days