Integration Architect

Integration Architect Our client, a top tier Management & Strategy Consulting firm is searching for an experienced Integration Architect with specialized experience in Cleo Integration Cloud and Keboola to lead the design and execution of our data integration and automation strategy. This role requires a deep understanding of Cleo and Keboola platforms to manage complex data flows, facilitate seamless integrations, and support our digital transformation objectives. The ideal candidate will work closely with internal teams to build efficient, scalable, and secure integration solutions across our enterprise systems. Key Responsibilities: Integration Solution Design and Architecture: Architect and implement integration solutions using Cleo and Keboola, ensuring optimal data flow, security, and system interoperability. Establish integration standards and best practices across Cleo and Keboola platforms, creating documentation and reusable frameworks for future integrations. System Integration and Data Management: Lead the integration of data across various enterprise applications (ERP, CRM, etc.) using Cleo and Keboola, supporting both cloud and on-premises systems. Design and implement data pipelines, transformations, and workflow automation within Keboola to support real-time analytics and reporting. API and Middleware Management: Configure, deploy, and manage APIs in Cleo to facilitate data exchange between applications, optimizing for performance, security, and scalability. Leverage middleware capabilities in Cleo to connect disparate systems and enable efficient data processing and communication. Data Transformation and Quality Assurance: Implement ETL processes in Keboola, ensuring accurate data transformation, enrichment, and validation across systems. Establish data quality protocols within Keboola to support consistency and reliability of data for downstream analytics and reporting. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to define integration requirements and align technical solutions with business needs. Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams working on Cleo and Keboola integrations, ensuring best practices are followed. Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Establish monitoring, logging, and error-handling mechanisms within Cleo and Keboola to ensure reliability and quick resolution of any integration issues. Maintain performance and security standards, regularly reviewing integration health and optimizing workflows. Qualification: 7+ years of experience in system integration, with a focus on complex and large-scale integration projects. Extensive experience as an Integration Architect, leading integration strategy and execution within a hybrid cloud and on-premises environment. Technical Skills: Proficiency in CLEO Integration Cloud and Keboola, with hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and managing integrations using these platforms. Strong knowledge of integration protocols (e.g., API, EDI, FTP, AS2, and REST). Solid understanding of data transformation, ETL processes, and integration hubs, especially as applied in high-volume and high-complexity environments. Expertise in cloud integration platforms and cloud-native architectures, ideally within AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud environments. Knowledge of data security best practices and experience in integrating secure data flows across various systems and networks. Proven ability to analyze complex business requirements and design scalable integration solutions. Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on identifying root causes and implementing long-term solutions. Experience troubleshooting integration-related issues across diverse systems and environments. Excellent project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and work collaboratively across IT and business teams. Experience working closely with stakeholders to understand integration needs and provide thought leadership on best practices. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously. Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders. Proven experience creating comprehensive technical documentation, including integration design, data flow diagrams, and troubleshooting guides. Transportation Industry experience a plus Certifications (Preferred): Relevant certifications in CLEO and/or Keboola. Certifications in cloud technologies (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Integration Services, or similar). Project management or architecture certifications (e.g., TOGAF, PMP, or similar). RIT Solutions