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OverviewJoin Cuscal as a Data Architect in our Data Services team and help deliver ground-breaking solutions in the data platform space.At Cuscal, we''re shaping the future of payments. With over 59 years of experience and a history of pioneering solutions, we''re preparing for what''s next and seeking a data platform expert to contribute.Your OpportunityThe Data Platform Architect is responsible for the end-to-end architecture, design standards, and strategic evolution of the Databricks platform. The role ensures the platform is secure, cost-efficient and fit for purpose to support analytics and reporting, data engineering, AI & machine learning, and regulatory/industry requirements (PCI-DSS). Cuscal is evolving its strategic data platform on Databricks in AWS and seeks a Data Platform Architect to establish best-practice design and governance aligned with the Databricks Well Architected Framework.The role will lead the uplift of the current platform by introducing enterprise-grade architecture standards, formalising ingestion frameworks through the Architecture Working Group (AWG), implementing a fully realised Medallion Architecture, ensuring correct workspace configuration and separation, and embedding strong cost governance. It will require extensive consultation across business domains and corporate areas to ensure platform capabilities are scalable, secure, compliant, and aligned with organisational needs.As the single point of accountability for the end-to-end technical architecture of the Databricks lakehouse, you will define guardrails, create reusable patterns, and guide delivery teams across solution design, data modelling, pipelines, performance, and AI/ML workloads. You will work with the Data Platform Lead on strategy, budgets, and roadmap, and with analytics engineers on implementation. The role also involves planning for the migration of on-premise workloads into Databricks in a controlled, predictable, and cost-efficient manner to enable a centralised and reliable data platform for business insights and reporting.ResponsibilitiesLead the end-to-end architecture and governance of the Databricks platform on AWS, aligned with the Databricks Well-Architected Framework.Define guardrails, reusable patterns, and architecture standards; guide delivery teams across solution design, data modelling, pipelines, performance, and AI/ML workloads.Oversee migration of on-premise workloads to Databricks and ensure secure, scalable, and cost-efficient operations.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure platform capabilities meet regulatory, security, and business requirements (e.g., PCI-DSS, ASX compliance).Establish cost governance and workspace isolation models, including multi-workspace governance and network architectures.Qualifications810 years'' hands-on experience designing, building, and operating Databricks platforms in production environments.Proven experience as a platform architect or lead architect for large-scale enterprise Databricks implementations in financial services.Demonstrated ownership of end-to-end Databricks architecture, including security, governance, data modelling, and platform operationalisation.Deep expertise with Databricks on AWS, including workspace architecture, cluster configuration, Delta Lake design, governance, and applying the Databricks Well-Architected Framework across security, reliability, performance, cost, and governance.Understanding of environment isolation models, account-level controls, and multi-workspace governance on AWS.Proficiency in deploying and operating Databricks within AWS networking constructs (VPCs, private endpoints, data-plane and control-plane separation, secure connectivity).Analytical skills to assess complex information, identify trends, and support risk management and reporting.Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.Project management and delivery execution capabilities with stakeholder management.Pragmatic problem-solving and a proactive, solution-oriented approach to risk issues.CertificationsTOGAF (Enterprise Architecture)DAMA Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)Cloud certifications (Azure, AWS, GCP)Data governance tools (e.g., Alation, Collibra)Additional InformationWhy Cuscal? Cuscal is a strong, successful company reimagining the future. You''ll deliver or support groundbreaking work with real impact on Australia''s financial services sector and millions of customers.Benefits include:Hybrid work modelIGNITE program recognizing individual and team achievementsWellbeing initiatives and discounts via Cuscal AdvantageJoin UsIf this role excites you, we''d love to explore your potential. Screening and interviews may occur before the job ad closing date, so apply now. For more information, contact [email protected] is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment and a barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.Note: Cuscal does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or search firms. #J-18808-Ljbffr