Data Platform Architect

About the role

Data Platform Architecture team at Accenture drives enterprise data strategy and builds scalable lakehouse solutions. The role leads multi‑account data and AI portfolios, defines architecture governance, and partners with clients to shape transformation roadmaps. Based in Bengaluru with additional locations in Mumbai, Gurugram, Pune, Bhubaneswar, and Kolkata; on‑site work model.

What you’ll do

• Architect enterprise data platform blueprints and oversee implementation
• Collaborate with integration and data architects to ensure cohesive system integration
• Lead RFP development, proposal strategy, and client presentations for strategic deals
• Define governance models, operating frameworks, and enterprise data architecture standards
• Drive talent strategy, hiring, certification programs, and leadership development
• Build reusable industry solutions, accelerators, and thought leadership assets
• Track financial performance, margin, utilization, and delivery sustainability
• Represent Accenture in client forums, architecture councils, and innovation initiatives

What you’ll bring

• 20+ years data engineering/analytics experience
• Proven leadership of large transformation programs
• Deep expertise in data architecture, lakehouse platforms, and cloud economics
• Experience with Databricks Lakehouse and Data Mesh
• Executive‑level client engagement and RFP ownership
• Strong people leadership and team scaling
• Advanced certifications in Databricks or cloud platforms
• Experience driving AI/ML and GenAI initiatives

Skills