
Data Architect at Critical Software. Location Information: Portugal, PT-%LABEL POSITION TYPE REMOTE HYBRID%. . At Critical Software we truly believe that our people is what makes us what we are. At the heart of everything we do are our diverse and talented individuals, pushing the boundaries of what ́s possible.. . Working at Critical is more than just a career choice, is more than a business: we're a community with a strong sense of purpose, values, and togetherness. Our engineering excellence ensures that we are a trusted partner to some of the world's leading companies in markets such as Automotive, Railway, Medical Systems and many more.. . We are always on the lookout for bright and ambitious individuals to join us.. . We are currently seeking a . Data Architect. . . The Data Architect is responsible for designing and governing a data architecture that supports multiple domains, services, or tenants across cloud-based platforms. This role ensures data consistency, scalability, security, and discoverability across the entire ecosystem. Architectural decisions are strategically aligned with cloud-native technologies to deliver high-performance, cost-effective, and resilient data solutions that drive innovation and operational efficiency.. . Could you be the . Data Architect. .. . that we've been looking for?. . What do we expect from you?. . Strong expertise in both relational and non-relational databases. Hands-on experience with data lakes and data warehouses. Proficiency with real-time data streaming technologies, such as Apache Kafka and Apache Flink. Solid understanding of data security best practices and technical approaches to access control. Capability of data technology decisions by applying in-depth knowledge of current tools, frameworks, and architectural patterns to the use-cases of a project. Familiarity with data governance frameworks and tools, such as Apache Atlas, Collibra, or Amundsen. Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, essential for cross-functional engagement and stakeholder alignment.. Fluent in English, with excellent communication skills. . . . . . . . Required skills:. . Architectural composition practices (DDD, Layered, hexagonal, Plug-in, SOA, Event-driven,...). . Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Cassandra. . Data Lakes/Warehouses: Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift, Data classification. . Streaming: Apache Kafka, Apache Flink. . Governance: Apache Atlas, Collibra, Amundsen. . Security & Access. . . . . What can you expect from us? . . A challenging environment where you can thrive, both personally and professionally. A real possibility of impacting the lives of millions of people while working in the most critical industries. The opportunity to make the difference while participating in social initiatives. Work-life balance: flexible work policies designed to fit your life around your career at Critical. Fringe Benefits and Well-being especially planned to support you and those who are important to you. Modern and cosy offices that will make you feel just like home. . . Critical Software is proud to be a Benefit Corporation. A Benefit Corporation differs from a standard corporation (C-Corporation): It is a for-profit business entity, legally defined in the US and other jurisdictions, whose legally defined goals include the positive impact on society, workers, the community and the environment, in addition to profit.. . We are an equal opportunity workplace and committed to allow candidates with disabilities or neurodevelopmental conditions to prove their competencies to their full potential. We are willing to move the barriers that may prevent you from demonstrating that you are the right candidate for this role, so please let us know if you need some adjustment in your recruitment process.. . . By applying to a position at Critical Software, you are deemed to have accepted our . Privacy Policy. .. .