## About the Role:We are looking for a highly skilled and visionary Solutions Architect to lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and interoperable Data & AI solutions across Sanoma Learning. This role combines strategic architecture leadership with hands-on solution design, focusing on data platforms, analytics, machine learning, and governance. You will collaborate with product teams, data scientists, engineers, and other architects to translate business needs into technical designs that support our mission to shape the future of learning.## Key Responsibilities### Strategic & Technical Leadership- Define and execute Data & AI architecture strategy, including setting Objectives and Key Results (OKRs).
- Ensure data and AI solutions deliver prioritized business value and align with enterprise architecture.
- Evaluate and introduce modern data platforms, AI/ML frameworks, tools, and best practices.
- Promote interoperability, scalability, and security across data and AI systems.### Solution Design & Collaboration- Design end-to-end solutions for data pipelines, analytics platforms, and AI/ML applications.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Data Science teams to support implementation and integration.
- Analyse dependencies and integration points across systems and products.
- Contribute to solution documentation, gap analysis, and technical feasibility assessments.
- Support the Architecture Competence in scoping and reviewing solution designs, guidelines, and ways of working.### Governance & Standards- Define and maintain standards for data governance, privacy, and ethical AI practices.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory obligations and internal policies.
- Promote data quality, lineage, and metadata management across platforms.## Must-Have Technical Skills Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, AI, or related field
5+ years of experience in solution architecture or data/AI platform design
Strong knowledge of cloud-native data architectures, APIs, and integration patterns
Experience with data platforms (e.g. Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery) and ML frameworks (e.g. TensorFlow, PyTorch)
Familiarity with data governance tools and practices
Experience working in agile environments
Excellent collaboration and communication skills## Expertise & Behaviours Recognized expert in data and AI solution architecture
Skilled in translating complex business needs into scalable technical designs
Ability to promote work standards and best practices organization-wide
Strong mediation and conflict resolution skills
Excellent communication skills for conveying complex topics clearly
Proven ability to build and maintain high-performing, engaged teams
Strategic, innovation-focused mindset
Passionate about data and AI, proactive in organizing related events
Open to new ideas, committed to continuous learning
Fosters a culture of ownership, learning, and feedback## Nice-to-Have Skills Experience with MLOps and model lifecycle management
Knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau)
Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g. GDPR)
Experience with real-time data processing (e.g. Kafka, Spark Streaming)
Understanding of ethical AI principles and bias mitigation
Background in education technology or learning analytics
Proficiency in Python, SQL, and data modeling
Experience with containerization and orchestration (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes)## What We Offer A key role shaping strategy, technology, and data-driven innovation
A collaborative,
learning-oriented work environment
Opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies and modern projects
Strong support for your professional growth and technical development
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
Versátil hybrid work model## About Sanoma LearningSanoma Learning is a leading K12 European learning company, operating in 12 countries. Our learning products and services enable and support teachers and schools to develop the talents of every child to reach their potential. By offering printed and digital learning content, as well as digital learning and teaching platforms for primary, secondary and vocational education, we want to grow our positive impact on learning across Europe. With over 3000 employees, we help shape the future of education for 25+ million of students.
Sanoma Learning is an equal opportunity employer; we are committed to inclusion and diversity, ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics**About Sanoma Learning**Sanoma Learning is a leading K12 European learning company, operating in 12 countries. Our learning products and services enable and support teachers and schools to develop the talents of every child to reach their potential. By offering printed and digital learning content, as well as digital learning and teaching platforms for primary, secondary and vocational education, we want to grow our positive impact on learning across Europe. With over 3000 employees, we help shape the future of education for 25+ million of students.
*Sanoma Learning is an equal opportunity employer; we are committed to inclusion and diversity, ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics.* #J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Solutions Architect, Data & AI (Madrid)
🏢 Talent
📍 Madrid