Data Architect

About the Data Architect Role at Futurice

Data Architects at Futurice are generalists working across industries to help clients solve important business and technology challenges. They are involved in digital services, software development, and improving digital practices within large organizations. Architects possess a broad understanding of technology and a modern toolset of frameworks and methodologies, often with years of experience in software development, extending their scope to organizational impact. As a Data Architect, you’ll be part of one of our Service Lines, collaborating closely with others.

As a Data Architect, you will truly deep-dive into a client's data. Guided by business and user needs, you will design end-to-end overall architecture for ingesting, processing, storing, and publishing data for further usage. You will specifically work on:

• Designing and building data platform, data mesh, and data warehousing solutions in the cloud.
• Planning architecture and building infrastructure for data ingestion, processing, analytics, visualizations, and business intelligence systems.
• Integrating AI/Machine learning inference as part of a data platform.
• Data governance and (conceptual and logical) data modeling.
• Designing and implementing data pipelines to handle different types of source data.

Explore more about Futurice’s Data story and watch webinars on the topic to understand our approach.

What Futurice Looks For

To succeed as a Data Architect, practical experience and specific skills are essential:

• Solid experience in designing software architectures and communicating them effectively to both business decision-makers and technology experts.
• Ability to design and build cloud-based solutions (such as AWS, Azure, GCP, Snowflake) utilizing data warehouses, databases, machine learning, and business intelligence.
• Experience designing batch and streaming data processing.
• Understanding of master data management, data governance, and data catalogs.
• Knowledge of data regulations like GDPR and their impact on development and utilizing data assets.
• Expertise in agile software development and methods (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) and familiarity with modern Dev/Data/MLOps best practices and tools.

We are also looking for individuals who demonstrate the following personal qualities:

• Good leadership skills in achieving momentum, action, and results.
• Ability to ask the right questions and drive troubleshooting with experts.
• A thought leader and influencer, potentially through public speaking or tech articles.
• Willingness to adjust abstraction levels to solve organizational issues and drive results in large projects.
• Ability to work in diverse work cultures and comfort with non-hierarchical organizations.
• Appreciation for good communication with both the team and clients.
• Fluency in Finnish and English.

Futurice Offers You

Futurice supports your growth with a wide range of projects, tools, and learning opportunities. Our diverse client portfolio offers a variety of challenges and problem spaces, providing room to explore new areas and develop your skills meaningfully. You’ll be encouraged and inspired by a community of motivated, multidisciplinary colleagues across development, design, data, AI, and strategy.

Perks at Futurice

We believe in a supportive and rewarding work environment. Our perks include:

• A hybrid work model that supports flexibility and collaboration.
• Free choice of work gear — laptop, phone, tablet, headphones, and more.
• Sports and lunch benefits.
• Comprehensive healthcare and additional health insurance.
• Futurice clubs and free-time activity groups.
• Learning events and internal communities.
• Certification programs to support your continued development.

You’ll receive thorough local and global onboarding, plus your very own Futubuddy to support you throughout your journey with us. You'll also have the chance to join our Onboarding Camp.

Compensation & Next Steps

Your complete compensation package will be discussed in detail during the recruitment process. Our salary model offers a range of levels based on skills, responsibilities, and impact. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment where every employee can thrive and advance in their career.

During the initial interview round, we will discuss the salary range for this position, which includes a fixed salary with the possibility of performance-based bonuses and additional benefits.

If this opportunity aligns with your career goals, please submit your application. Our form is simple: share your contact details and upload your attachments, including your CV and a few lines about yourself and why you want to join Futurice. You can also include links to your LinkedIn or other relevant materials.

After we receive your application, if you move forward, the process includes:

• First conversation (60 min, Google Meet): Meet two Futurice team members, introduce yourself, and learn more about Futurice, the role, and our ways of working.
• Skills-based interview (90 min, Live): A deep dive into your skills with two data consultants, reviewing your problem-solving approach and capabilities.
• Role, expectations & projects interview (60 min, Live or Google Meet): A conversation focusing on your potential role, expectations, and upcoming projects, typically with your potential supervisor and a Principal-level team member.

Reference calls are a standard part of our recruitment process.

Life at Futurice

Since its founding, Futurice has focused on creating a workplace people genuinely enjoy. We’ve built a healthy, welcoming culture where trust, kindness, and well-being are valued. The atmosphere is open, warm, and buzzing with ideas. You’ll quickly make friends, and social interaction happens naturally.

Our culture is shaped by everyone, every day, giving you the freedom to influence how we work, connect, and evolve. Each office brings its own character to the mix. New joiners are not expected to fit a mold; we embrace diverse backgrounds and perspectives as a key part of our success. Read more about our DE&I commitment here.

We help organizations unlock new value by combining data, AI, design, and strategy. Our promise is faster, smarter delivery; AI-powered decisions; and exceptional, data-driven experiences. Our vision is to redefine organizations with data and AI, helping large enterprises build smarter services and strengthen their competitive edge.

Founded in 2000, Futurice has grown into an 800+ person community across Europe. Our culture is built on trust, transparency, care, and continuous improvement. We offer a collaborative, international environment where ambitious people learn, grow, and make a real impact.

Key Skills/Competency

• Data Architecture
• Cloud Data Platforms
• Data Warehousing
• Data Governance
• Data Modeling
• Data Pipelines
• AI/ML Integration
• Business Intelligence
• Software Development
• Agile Methodologies