Data Solutions Architect

pABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY /ppbr/ppWe are looking for a Senior Data Solutions Architect to support a technology transformation program in the logistics sector. This role is based in Porto, with a hybrid model requiring presence in the office once per week, and focuses on scalable data product architecture, cloud-based data platforms and data mesh enablement for distributed technical and business teams. /ppbr/ppWHAT YOU WILL DO /ppbr/pp- Define reusable architecture patterns for data products within a cloud-based data mesh environment. /pp- Guide data product teams on infrastructure, tooling, processing approaches and integration practices. /pp- Support teams across the full delivery lifecycle, from early analysis and solution design to prototyping and production integration. /pp- Design scalable, maintainable and governed data flows covering ingestion, transformation, storage, access and utilization. /pp- Lead solution design discussions and document architecture decisions in a clear and reusable way. /pp- Balance consumer needs, source system constraints, business priorities and operational requirements. /pp- Promote modern data processing practices across globally distributed technical and business stakeholders. /ppbr/ppWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR /ppbr/pp- Senior experience as a Data Engineer, Data Architect or Solutions Architect in AWS cloud environments. /pp- Strong background in designing end-to-end data solutions for complex, scalable and maintainable data platforms. /pp- Experience working in DevOps-oriented delivery models with CI/CD, infrastructure as code and deployment best practices. /pp- Ability to translate complex technical decisions into clear architecture guidance for engineering and business audiences. /pp- Professional working proficiency in English, suitable for collaboration with international stakeholders. /pp- Autonomous, organized and able to maintain quality across frequent context changes. /pp- Collaborative mindset, with the ability to mentor, empower and support other professionals. /ppbr/ppTECHNICAL SKILLS /ppbr/pp- AWS cloud environments. /pp- Data mesh architecture. /pp- Data product architecture patterns. /pp- Snowflake. /pp- Spark. /pp- Kafka. /pp- Stream processing using Spark Structured Streaming, Flink or Kafka Streams. /pp- Data pipelines, orchestration, batching, micro-batching and real-time streaming. /pp- CI/CD pipelines. /pp- Terraform and infrastructure as code. /pp- DevOps best practices. /pp- Data ingestion, transformation, storage, access and governance. /pp- Metadata management and data cataloguing. /pp- Event-driven architecture and domain-driven design. /pp- Asynchronous and synchronous API and interface design. /pp- Code modularity, testing and deployment considerations. /ppbr/ppNICE TO HAVE /ppbr/pp- Dagster. /pp- dbt. /pp- AWS Glue. /pp- Experience with reusable architecture documentation for distributed data product teams. /ppbr/ppWHAT WE OFFER /ppbr/pp- A hybrid working model in Porto, with office presence once per week. /pp- Flexibility whenever the role and context allow it, supporting sustainable performance and daily balance. /pp- Private health insurance from the first day, with optional family extension. /pp- Confidential mental health support through Hexa’s wellbeing partner. /pp- Continuous learning and certification support throughout your journey. /pp- Community moments, shared milestones and leadership presence when it matters most. /pp- Upskilling opportunities in quality management, information security, AI governance and cybersecurity best practices. /ppbr/ppEQUAL OPPORTUNITY /ppbr/ppHexa is committed to equal opportunity and inclusive recruitment. We welcome different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, and we align our practices with the principles of the Portuguese Diversity Charter. /ppbr/ppHEXA LIFE /ppbr/ppAt Hexa, we are all Builders. We work with honesty, mutual support and agility, creating value through responsible delivery, collaboration and continuous improvement. As a Builder, you contribute to projects, solutions and professional relationships that are built with quality, intention and shared responsibility. /p