Data Architect

At HSO / Aware, we’re proud to be specialists in emerging technology. Operating across New Zealand, Australia, Asia-Pacific, and the United States, we’re growing quickly.

Our offices are located throughout New Zealand and Australia and offer remote working options for the right person.

Like emerging tech, our team members are always evolving and growing too. We work with great partners on exciting projects, so no two days are the same, offering constant opportunities to learn new skills. Check out our website and LinkedIn to see the cool stuff we’ve been up to recently.

About our team

• Diverse and Inclusive: Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We celebrate our team’s unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives—they help us better understand the world and our clients.
• Intelligent and Passionate: While we’re a quirky and varied bunch, we all share a passion for delivering world-class solutions. Some of us are even award-winning in our fields!
• Banter is in Our DNA: Since day one, we’ve had a Teams Banter channel, and it’s still going strong. We value humour and connection as part of our everyday culture.
• Wellbeing Matters: When our people thrive, so do we. That’s why we prioritise personal lives and wellbeing, going the extra mile to support our team.
• Committed and Caring: We genuinely care about each other’s success—both personally and professionally.

Why work with us?

• Innovative projects: Work with amazing organisations to deliver cutting-edge tech and solve interesting challenges.
• Commitment to your development: Enjoy 2 hours of dedicated learning time per week, access to an in-house career advisor, and ongoing coaching from your support crew.
• People-first approach: We upskill leaders in emotional intelligence, empathy, and courageous conversations.
• High-trust environment: We hire adults and treat them like adults, empowering you to thrive.
• Flexible working: Be the master of your calendar and workspace to achieve personal and professional outcomes.
• Health insurance: Take care of yourself, with family discounts available.
• Free CBD parking: Use it during weekends too!
• Work-life balance: We track time-in-lieu for any extra hours worked, ensuring you’re paid for every hour.
• Snacks and coffee: Snack drawers, espresso machines, and team lunches to keep you fueled.
• Modern office perks: Ergonomic desks, top-notch tech setups, and a stylish workspace.

About the role

We’re looking for a full-time Data Architect to join our professional services team, where you’ll work on exciting data projects for our customers while ensuring best-practice delivery.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong software engineering background and experience designing, implementing, and deploying code and infrastructure on cloud platforms—especially in the context of data platforms or AI workloads.

As a Data Architect at HSO/Aware, you’ll provide technical leadership, support sales in unlocking the next steps of the customer journey, and define best practices to upskill our team. You’ll have the unique ability to contribute hands-on while keeping an eye on the bigger picture.

What you’ll need

• Recent (within the last four years) experience as a consultant in a service delivery organisation using the Microsoft Azure stack.
• Demonstrated expertise in modern data platforms, including Databricks, Azure Purview, Azure Synapse Analytics, CI/CD Pipelines, and Azure DevOps.
• Strong proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Current Microsoft Solution Architect Expert certification or similar qualifications in Data and AI on Azure or Databricks platforms.
• A solid understanding of cybersecurity best practices and their application to modern data solutions.
• Proven ability to understand customer needs, then design, scope, quote, model, and deliver production-ready solutions.
• The ability to think beyond the immediate solution, considering integration with other technologies. Cross-functional skills in DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and Machine Learning are a bonus.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the confidence to explain technical solutions to non-technical audiences.
• A passion for learning and staying ahead of emerging technologies.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to bridge gaps between business requirements and technology.

What to expect from us

We are reviewing applications as they come in—so don’t wait, as the vacancy will close when we have filled it!

We respect every applicant and are committed to providing tailored feedback. If your application stands out, our recruitment process includes:

• A technical skills assessment.
• One or two interviews with our team.
• Pre-employment checks

Have questions? Reach out to Anna at aburns@hso.com for a confidential chat.