[Remote] IT Data Platform Architect at Brightseed

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Telecommunications, BroadbandIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
  • 8+ years of relevant experience in data platform architecture
  • Experience with containerization technologies
  • Demonstrated ability in building and managing data platforms with integrated AI/ML capabilities
  • Strong knowledge and experience in GCP, with familiarity in other cloud platforms
  • Extensive experience in data architecture, especially in supporting AI/ML applications
  • Expertise in infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
  • Expertise in CI/CD practices (e.g., GitHub, GitHub Actions, Jenkins)
  • Expertise in troubleshooting across various technical domains
  • Strong ability in handling streaming data applications
  • Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences
  • Proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for improving system architectures
  • Bonus: Telecom experience within the Enterprise and Wholesale domain

Responsibilities

  • Develop a high-performance data architecture to support large-scale data processing and AI/ML analytics
  • Lead effort to implement infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform and Ansible to automate the deployment of both infrastructure and applications
  • Design CI/CD integrations using GitHub, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, ensuring smooth deployment on GCP
  • Create, update, and maintain comprehensive documentation, including procedural/process guides and infrastructure topology diagrams
  • Stay updated with technological advancements, advocating for and implementing necessary changes and updates to our systems
  • Proactively identify improvement areas in infrastructure architecture and develop plans for enhancements
  • Work with streaming data applications, ensuring robust data flow and integration
  • Possess knowledge of containerization technologies and orchestration tools to manage and scale applications effectively
  • Build reusable code, components, and services, focusing on versioning, reconciliation, and robust exception handling
  • Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

GCPTerraformAnsibleInfrastructure as CodeCI/CDGitHubGitHub ActionsJenkinsAI/MLData ArchitectureStreaming Data

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote?

Yes, this is a remote position.

What are the key skills required for the IT Data Platform Architect role?

Key skills include strong foundation in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), infrastructure as code using Terraform and Ansible, CI/CD practices with GitHub Actions and Jenkins, streaming data applications, and containerization technologies.

What is the required experience and education for this role?

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field is required, along with 8+ years of relevant experience in data platform architecture.

What does the company do?

Brightspeed provides fast, reliable internet connections in twenty states throughout the Midwest and South, focusing on upgrading copper to fiber optic technologies for rural markets and delivering excellent customer experience.

What qualifications make a strong candidate for this position?

Strong candidates will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or related field, 8+ years in data platform architecture, expertise in GCP, IaC, CI/CD, streaming data, and containerization, plus the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively.

Brightseed

AI platform for discovering health-boosting compounds

About Brightseed

Brightseed discovers beneficial compounds in nature that can enhance human health using artificial intelligence. Their Forager® platform identifies bioactive compounds—small molecules from plants and microbes that positively affect biological functions. They also offer Brightseed™ Bio Gut Fiber, which contains bioactives that support gut health. By partnering with companies, Brightseed provides insights into bioactives and their health benefits, aiming to unlock the potential of these compounds.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$123.8MTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
AI & Machine Learning, HealthcareIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Hybrid work flexibility
Medical, dental, & vision
Unlimited PTO
Life insurance
EAP
401(k) plan
Mental health platform
Employee discounts
Cell phone & commuter costs
Parental leave

Risks

Increased competition from established brands like Centrum in the bioactive market.
Over-reliance on partnerships like Manitoba Harvest could limit market reach.
Regulatory scrutiny poses challenges as Brightseed expands in the health and wellness sector.

Differentiation

Brightseed uses AI to discover bioactives, accelerating discovery from years to months.
Forager® A.I. maps bioactives to health outcomes with unprecedented accuracy and speed.
Brightseed's Bio Gut Fiber is made from upcycled hemp hulls, appealing to eco-conscious consumers.

Upsides

Growing consumer interest in personalized nutrition boosts demand for Brightseed's bioactive products.
Rising gut health awareness increases demand for Brightseed's gut health-focused bioactives.
Regulatory support for bioactives in supplements facilitates Brightseed's market expansion.

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