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COMPANY PROFILE
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HD Supply, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot, is a leading wholesale distribution company serving customers and their communities across the Multifamily, Institutional, Hospitality, Trades, Government Housing, Healthcare, Building Services and Education industries through an expansive network of over 100 Distribution Centers across the U.S. & Canada.
As part of our commitment to operational excellence, innovation and sustainability, we are expanding our global footprint through a state-of-the-art Global Technology Center (GTC) in Chennai, India. At the core of our organization is a value-driven culture that empowers our people through growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a strong focus on well-being. We believe in doing the right thing, respecting every individual and driving progress through collaboration and entrepreneurial spirit—because when our people thrive, our customers and communities do too.
Our GTC is a vibrant hub fostering a culture of collaboration, growth and impact, supporting worldwide operations in supply chain, technology and corporate functions.
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JOB DETAILS
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Function
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Engineering - AI & Data
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Location
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Chennai
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Shift Timings
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TBD
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ROLE OVERVIEW
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As a Platform Architect – Data Engineering, you will analyse and translate complex business requirements into scalable architectural blueprints and technical prototypes. You will define the AI and data architecture strategy for enterprise systems, ensure alignment with business objectives, and partner with cross-functional global teams to execute end-to-end solution delivery. You will play a critical role in ensuring performance, scalability, and maintainability across data-driven products and platforms.
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JOB REQUIREMENTS
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Education and Certifications
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· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related technical field
· Certifications in cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP), data modeling and AI/ML platforms preferred
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Required Experience
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· 9–12 years of total experience in enterprise data architecture and platform engineering, with 3-4 years of leadership experience is preferred
· Extensive experience in designing and implementing large-scale data and machine learning architectures across cloud and hybrid environments
· Proven expertise in architecting scalable, reliable, and secure data solutions, with a strong focus on evaluating and adopting emerging technologies
· Hands-on experience in building and maintaining integrated data platform architectures, including components such as Snowflake, AtScale, and dbt
· Deep knowledge of Snowflake performance optimization, including usage monitoring, cost control strategies, and efficient resource scheduling
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Essential skills
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· Proficiency in designing data/AI systems using cloud-native platforms (Azure, GCP, AWS)
· Deep expertise in data engineering, data lake/lakehouse architectures, MLOps frameworks, and distributed computing
· Hands-on knowledge of data modelling, data pipelines, real-time streaming, and batch processing
· Ability to implement data quality frameworks, lineage tracking, and monitoring systems
· Familiarity with BI tool integrations (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and AtScale connection protocols
· Experience with version control, coding standards, and collaboration workflows for data development teams
· Capability to establish disaster recovery and backup procedures for data platforms
· Ability to define architecture standards, conduct reviews, and develop governance models
· Experience mentoring and training technical teams (engineers, analysts)
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Desired skills
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· Exposure to ML/AI workload support and collaboration with data science teams
· Familiarity with infrastructure automation and working with DevOps teams
· Knowledge of cost allocation and chargeback models for multi-team environments
· Understanding of API integrations and platform data exchange protocols
· Ability to design and implement automated scaling and SLA monitoring/reporting
· Understanding of data governance, privacy regulations, and compliance frameworks in the Indian enterprise landscape
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ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
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Strategy and Planning
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· Define and evolve the AI & data architecture vision, balancing innovation, scalability, and cost optimization
· Evaluate emerging technologies, tools and frameworks to enable modernization and automation
· Maintain architectural guardrails to ensure scalable, secure and cost-effective delivery
· Evaluate emerging trends in AI, data platforms and cloud ecosystems to proactively shape the GTC’s future state
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Delivery and Execution
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· Collaborate with product managers and engineering teams to translate requirements into technical designs
· Guide engineering teams through design, build, and release phases ensuring reusability and performance
· Translate complex business requirements into modular, reusable architectural components across cloud-native environment
· Develop architecture principles and coding standards for robust models and data pipeline deployments
· Manage AtScale cluster configurations and scaling policies
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Support and Enablement
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· Act as SME for high-impact technical escalations and complex design decisions
· Mentor and coach developers and engineers on architecture best practices
· Ensure strong documentation and maintain reusable design artefacts
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People Leadership
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- Provide technical leadership and support to cross-functional project teams
- Collaborate with data science teams to support ML/AI workload requirements
- Coordinate with DevOps teams on infrastructure automation and deployment practices
- Lead architectural review sessions and technical decision-making processes
· Drive knowledge sharing sessions and establish architectural communities of practice within the GTC
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WHAT WE OFFER
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· Be part of a globally recognized leader in the home improvement sector, committed to operational excellence and sustainability
· Opportunity to contribute to a rapidly expanding Global Technology Center (GTC) in Chennai, playing a vital role in global operations
· Exposure to diverse global technology environment and cross-functional team collaborations
· Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits
· Clear pathways for career advancement and continuous learning opportunities within a high-performance organization
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HOW TO APPLY
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Eligible candidates are invited to apply via our career portal by submitting an updated resume. While a cover letter is optional, it is encouraged for those who wish to elaborate on their relevant experience and interest in the role.
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