AI and Data - Data Architect (Databricks)

AI and Data - Data Architect (Databricks) Location: Toronto

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Feb 16, 2026

Requisition ID: 1615584

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The Opportunity We are seeking a Manager/ Data Architect for our AI & Data practice team. We are looking for a candidate with strong technical leadership background, hands experience with Data Bricks, Pursuits, proposal and delivery.

Your Key Responsibilities As a Manager/ Data Architect, you will apply your knowledge and experience to support the delivery of key projects, build valuable relationships both within EY and with clients, and develop strong capabilities through both formal training and working with senior mentors and talented colleagues across different functions. We succeed when we combine high performing team members from a variety of backgrounds. We are therefore looking for individuals with industry, consulting, delivery or vendor backgrounds. We will provide the required support to transition into the team if this is your first step into consultancy.

Skills and attributes for success

The ability to provide excellent client service and manage and build strong relationships both internally and externally, coupled with a strong interest in further developing and integrating operations with technology skills

Provide architecture leadership & subject matter expertise to client engagements focusing on complex & innovative products and reusable assets

Develop solution plans, prior to kicking off a project as part of a product life cycle, intended to support business investment decisions which means they must hold the appropriate balance between costs, risks and quality of the product

Create innovative and practical designs that account for the end-to-end technical solution of a system, in line with the business strategy and objectives and within the context of EY's technology environment

Work closely and continuously with the business/client to focus on meeting business/client requirements and incorporating broader aspects such as overall product costs/revenue, data privacy & sovereignty, business continuity, information security, integration with other systems etc.

Identify, define and implementing reusable assets and standards. The data architect is also responsible for adherence to these standards and consumption of reusable assets across products and portfolios

Ensure relevant technical strategies, policies, standards, and practices are applied correctly across Technology programs/projects and products

Contribute to the development of architecture governance structures, methodologies, and compliance activities

Work with the vendors to assess vendor products, understand vendor's delivery models and assist in implementing them at EY

Ability to work across multiple projects with varied stakeholders. A Data Architect sets architectural direction, builds consensus, mediates conflicts providing technical leadership and advisory services to the business. He/she anticipates needs and potential objections and helps to create an environment which solicits positive contributions from all participants: Data and Technical Architects, engineering teams, product manager, project managers, product analysts, test and project teams, Information Security and Operations

Demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills that are required to operate as a leading member of global, distributed teams that deliver quality services and solutions.

Cultivate lasting relationships across business, IT and vendors / industry analysts to maintain insight into the broader enterprise as well as industry trends

Recognizes industry technology trends and emerging technologies, understands how they apply to EY and can drive their adoption into our organization

Evangelizes and encourages the importance of technical quality, emerging technologies, sharing & experimentation across the org through mentoring, hackathons, communities etc.

Drives an ongoing communication plan to educate stakeholders on the purpose and benefits of data architecture

Guide others in resolving complex issues in data architecture and solves complex, escalated aspects of a project

Monitor the progress and the quality of the project and reviews and develops due diligence to confirm the developed solution complies with architectural design

To qualify for the role, you must have

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, data science, informatics, operations research, engineering, or a related field

Awareness of emerging issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies

Data Platform experience

Databricks - Required

Ideally, you’ll also have

Interest in Data Analytics along with experience in programming is a highly desired. You will need to demonstrate strong technical problem-solving abilities

Microsoft Fabric

Unity Catalog

Data Bricks assets Bundles (DAB)

CI/CD

Data Migration

What we look for We’re interested in passionate leaders with a strong vision and a desire to stay on top of trends in the IT Advisory space. If you have a strong passion for helping businesses achieve their IT strategy, this role is for you.

What we offer At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer weekend throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry

Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career

The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

Toronto - $110000 to $160000

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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