Freelance Data Architect Microsoft Fabric

The Challenge

Are you a seasoned Data Architect who can confidently balance hands-on tasks, strategic thinking, and user enablement? We’re looking for a freelance Data Architect with deep expertise in Microsoft Fabric to help stabilize and mature the new data platform at our client through the end of the year – and potentially beyond.

The Mission

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership in a high-impact project. You will be the technical and organizational anchor for the platform during this critical phase. You’ll have the freedom to shape how the platform is used, introduce standards, and support teams across the organization – all while working with modern technologies and practices.

• Stabilize the platform: Ensure Microsoft Fabric is running smoothly and meeting business needs during the rollout phase.
• Define standards & best practices: Create clear guidelines and documentation for how the new platform should be used and maintained.
• Guide & coach users: Support business and technical users as they onboard onto Fabric, providing training, answering questions, and helping them succeed.
• Stakeholder collaboration: Act as a bridge between developers, end users, and business stakeholders.
• Streamline CI/CD pipelines: Assess and rationalize current pipelines to ensure efficiency, scalability, and alignment with platform standards.
• Hands-on engineering: Dive into technical work when needed – building, optimizing, and maintaining data pipelines and models.

Your Skills

• Proven experience as a Data Architect, with a strong foundation in cloud-based data platforms.
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft Fabric and relevant Azure services.
• Knowledge of DBT and PowerBI is a plus.
• Strong experience in defining and implementing technical standards and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and support users, both technical and non-technical.
• Able to navigate between different teams and stakeholders with ease.
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Pragmatic, solution-oriented, and results-driven.
• You have an entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for innovation and business growth.
• You speak fluent English and either Dutch or French.

What to expect at Dataroots?

At Dataroots, we don’t just build data solutions, we make sure our customers are empowered to use them to their fullest potential. As a leader in AI, data, and strategy solutions, we’re all about pushing boundaries with cutting-edge technology, and we want you to help shape the future of data-driven decision-making for our clients.

We’re a scale-up with a big vision, which means you’ll thrive in an entrepreneurial environment where your ideas matter. Here, you’ll have the chance to help shape new offerings, identify growth opportunities, and make a real impact not just in the tech you create, but also in the way companies think about their data. If you love the idea of working on projects that challenge the status quo, and if you want to be part of a team building a better future with data, Dataroots is the place for you.

Since the inception of Dataroots in 2016, we have been prioritizing the well-being and development of our team, fostering an environment of diversity and continuous learning.

By joining us, you'll not only contribute to our growth but also enjoy a nurturing and innovative work environment. Learn more about our philosophy at [].

Our Offer

• A full-time mission with a daily fee in accordance with your expertise and the current mission.
• The possibility for a long-term cooperation. We are always looking for an extended collaboration with successive missions.
• Diverse and welcoming work environment, where you’ll collaborate & unwind with colleagues from different cultures and disciplines. The organization of both fun & professional events and initiatives is actively encouraged and supported.

Where you’ll work

The current client for this mission is located in Brussels. While much of your work can be performed remotely, you will also work 2 or 3 days on-site at the client.

Our main offices are in Leuven and Ghent. These spaces are perfect for both focusing and unwinding with colleagues, as well as brainstorming sessions and team events.