Job Title:Data ArchitectLocation:Dublin, Ireland (Onsite )Duration:6 months+ extendableExperience:15 yearsJob DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilledData Architectto join our team in Dublin. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in designing and implementing scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions. This role requires a combination of deep architectural knowledge, cloud engineering skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement end-to-end architectural solutions using microservices .Define and enforce architecture standards and best practices across teams.Establish integration patterns with Kafka, REST, and SOAP (as required) .Apply security best practices (OAuth2, JWT, TLS) in solution designs.Conduct performance benchmarking and optimization .Ensure code quality metrics are met (e.g., cyclomatic complexity, SonarQube).Manage and reduce technical debt effectively.Drive strategic thinking and roadmap planning for long-term architectural goals.Partner with stakeholders to communicate risks, mitigations, and solutions .Required Skills & ExperienceProven experience in architecture design with microservices-based solutions.Hands-on expertise with cloud-native development (AWS/Azure) .Basic to intermediate cloud engineering skills : containerization, VPC, SSO.Strong knowledge of integration patterns and data flows.Experience in risk management, stakeholder communication, and roadmap planning.Demonstrated success in performance optimization and enforcing coding standards.Soft SkillsExcellent stakeholder management and communication.Ability to manage risks and drive mitigation strategies.Strong strategic thinking aligned with business goals.Leadership mindset with a focus on collaboration and delivery excellence.