Denodo Lead Solution Architect & Product Owner

We are seeking a senior Denodo Lead Solution Architect & Product Owner to take end-to-end ownership of a mission-critical data virtualisation platform within a large enterprise FMCG environment.
This role sits within a managed services delivery team and combines hands-on architecture, platform ownership, and strategic leadership. You will be responsible for running the platform reliably while driving its next phase of transformation, including performance optimisation, cloud integration, and data platform evolution.
Denodo acts as the central integration layer across multiple ERP and enterprise systems, supporting downstream BI, analytics, and emerging data science capabilities. This is a high-impact role with direct influence on business-critical reporting and planning functions.
Key Responsibilities:
Own the Denodo platform end-to-end: backlog, roadmap, governance, and BAU operationsDesign and deliver scalable data virtualisation architecture across Azure and modern data platforms (Fabric, Databricks)Define and enforce standards for data modelling, caching, security, and access controlLead platform performance optimisation, including caching strategies and query tuningEstablish CI/CD and version control for Denodo using Azure DevOpsManage vendor engagement, including licensing, upgrades, and escalationsOversee platform operations: SLA adherence, incident management, and job orchestrationAct as L3/L4 escalation point for complex technical issuesDrive security and governance, including Azure AD integration and data access controlsMentor and uplift capability across onshore and offshore team
Technology Environment:
Denodo on Azure (enterprise-scale, high availability setup)Data sources: SAP HANA, Oracle, SQL Server, APIs, flat filesConsumers: Power BI, Qlik, Cognos, SAP BO, MuleSoft, Azure analytics platformsHigh SLA environment with time-critical reporting and data refresh cycles
Required Experience:
5+ years of hands-on Denodo experience at Solution Architect/Lead levelStrong expertise in: Data virtualisation and integration design; Caching, performance tuning, and optimisation; Security and governance models in DenodoProven experience delivering end-to-end data architecture solutionsStrong knowledge of Azure data ecosystem (ADLS Gen2, ADF, Synapse, Azure SQL)Experience integrating SAP HANA or similar ERP systems with DenodoExperience with REST APIs and BI tools (Power BI essential)Strong stakeholder management and ability to translate technical concepts into business outcomesExperience working in managed services or complex enterprise environments
Nice to Have:
Exposure to Databricks / Microsoft FabricExperience with Delta Lake / Parquet architecturesCI/CD automation for Denodo (Azure DevOps)Complex orchestration using ADFExperience in large-scale data platform transformations
What We’re Looking For:
A true platform owner who can balance hands-on technical depth with strategic leadership, someone who can operate confidently in a high-pressure, SLA-driven environment while shaping the future of a modern enterprise data platform.