Cloud Data Architecht

Join Allente as our new Cloud Data Architect!Allente is a Nordic entertainment company offering high quality satellite TV, streaming services, IPTV solutions, and fiber broadband to more than one million customers in Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland.Working for Allente means that you are joining a team that is devoted to providing the best TV services to its customers. Quality is our hallmark in all aspects, whether it's customer experience, available content, picture, and sound. We take our pride in delivering the best possible linear and streamed TV services via satellite (DTH) to the Nordics, as well as broadband TV in Sweden (IPTV).We are looking for an experienced Data Architect to work with designing our enterprise data landscape. This role is central to building a scalable, modern, and sustainable data ecosystem — spanning data modeling, ingestion, transformation, and advanced analytics delivery.You will define architectural principles, establish data standards, and design the technical foundation for a centralized cloud-based data platform that supports data operations, advanced analytics, and data science. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with a strategic mindset, helping us simplify our data environment, retire legacy systems, and enable a future-ready data foundation.Key ResponsibilitiesData Architecture & Platform DesignDefine and maintain the overall data architecture blueprint for the organization, covering ingestion, storage, processing, and access layersDesign and implement cloud data platform architectures (preferably AWS and/or GCP) that balance performance, scalability, security, and cost efficiencyEvaluate existing and recommend ETL/ELT frameworks, data integration patterns, and data orchestration tools (e.g., Airflow, dbt, Glue, Dataflow, etc.)Establish principles for metadata management, data lineage, and Enterprise Data Management (MDM)Data Modeling & Information ArchitectureLead the creation of logical and physical data models across business domains, ensuring consistency and reusabilityWork with the team in defining data modeling standards and guide teams in implementing common vocabularies, dimensions, and naming conventionsCollaborate with analysts, data engineers, and business stakeholders to help translate business requirements into robust data structuresModernization & System LandscapeConduct system and data inventory to map existing data flows, dependencies, and redundanciesRecommend and support the decommissioning of legacy systems and the migration of critical data assets to the new platformContribute to future proofing the technology selection for BI, analytics, and visualization tools, ensuring alignment with architectural principles and user needsGovernance & CollaborationPartner with the Product Owner, Data Engineers, and Analysts to align architecture with delivery prioritiesPlay an active role in the Data Governance Council and Data Modeling Group, helping define and enforce enterprise-wide standardsCollaborate with Security, Infrastructure, and IT teams to ensure compliance, resilience, and appropriate data protection measuresStrategic EnablementAdvise leadership on the development of the data platform strategy, emerging technologies, and architectural roadmapsCreate architectural documentation and communicate complex data concepts in a clear, business-friendly wayServe as a thought leader in the evolution of the company’s data ecosystemSkills & ExperienceProven experience as a Data Architect, Information Architect, or Senior Data Engineer in complex, data-driven environmentsStrong expertise in data modeling (conceptual, logical, and physical), data warehousing, and data integration design, with hands-on experience using tools like dbt (Data Build Tool) to build modular transformations, ensure data quality, and maintain lineage.Deep understanding of ETL/ELT pipelines, data ingestion patterns, and streaming vs batch processing approachesHands-on experience with cloud data platforms, ideally GCP (BigQuery, Cloud Storage (GCS), and Cloud Composer (Airflow) for data ingestion, orchestration, and scheduling) and AWS (e.g., Redshift, Glue, S3, Lambda)Familiarity with modern data architecture frameworks (e.g., Data Mesh, Lakehouse, Data Fabric) and data governance practicesExperience evaluating and implementing BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Looker, Tableau, QuickSight, etc.)Comfortable balancing hands-on technical work with strategic architecture and planningPersonal AttributesSystems thinker who sees both the big picture and the technical detailsGood communicator who can explain complex architecture concepts to both technical and non-technical audiencesCollaborative mindset, working effectively across teams and disciplinesPragmatic and outcome-oriented — able to make architecture decisions that support delivery while guiding long-term modernizationSuccess in this RoleYou’ll know you’re succeeding when:The organization is working with a clear and well-documented data architecture that supports business and analytical needsLegacy systems are being rationalized, with clear migration paths to modern cloud-based platformsData models and ingestion frameworks are standardized, reusable, and well understood across teamsBusiness users and data teams can confidently access trusted, well-structured data for decision-makingThere is a road map in place that the team can work around to successfully deliver as a unitWhat’s in it for YOU?At Allente, we like to #Dare to try new things, #Care about our people, and #Share our knowledge. We’re all about creating a culture of accountability, curiosity, and collaboration, where everyone feels valued and can make a real impact.Here’s what we offer:Dedicated team of colleagues who are good team players and open to new ideasWork in a company with a strong trademark and with exiting productsAn opportunity to have Nordic and International experienceBroad exposure to management and other key decisions makersCompetitive terms & conditionsA permanent position with one of the biggest media providers in the NordicsCareer growth opportunities in a young but well-established companyExtra days off on top of your standard vacation daysGreat insurance and pension plans to keep you coveredAn Allente TV subscription for your entertainmentApplicationReady to bring some extra fun to everyday life? Join Allente and be a part of our exciting journey!We’re reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so don’t wait to apply!