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Christian Z

@datawithchris

Senior Data Cloud Architect

Costa Rica
Spanish, English
About me
I transform enterprise data architecture and cloud strategy into competitive advantage. With 27+ years building scalable analytics platforms and leading digital transformation across Europe and Latin America, I help organizations close the gap between data promise and execution. I deliver clarity where organizations have chaos and momentum where they have had stagnation by designing architectures that actually land in production.... Read more

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Digital Transformation Consulting
I will build your ai strategy and data roadmap as a senior architect
Data Engineering Consulting
I will design your modern data architecture on microsoft fabric and azure

Work experience

Penta_Global Limited

Global CSA Delivery Architect (Data / IA)

Penta Global Limited

Jan 2026 - Present • 9 mos

- Lead technical enablement and strategic support for Azure Analytics and Data solutions at a global scale, managing complex use cases, POCs, and MVPs with a focus on Artificial Intelligence and modern data architectures. - Design high-performance, secure, and scalable solutions aligned with customers' business priorities, spanning from initial technical scoping through production deployment. - Drive cloud consumption growth by identifying value opportunities, developing reusable IP, and collaborating with regional teams under an Analytics Factory delivery model. - Resolve critical technical blockers and serve as the bridge between field teams and customers, sharing best practices and influencing the Azure product roadmap. - Technologies: Microsoft Fabric, Azure ML, SQL Server, Databricks, Azure MS Fabric, Power BI, Purview Governance

BABEL

Senior Data Architect

BABEL • Full-time

May 2025 - Jan 2026 • 8 mos

Lead initiatives across data strategy, governance frameworks, AI integration, and machine learning adoption. Work at the intersection of business and technology to translate complex data challenges into actionable solutions that drive innovation, compliance, and measurable value for the organization.

freelance

Data Governance Consultant

freelance • Freelance

Mar 2017 - Sep 2023 • 6 yrs 6 mos

Specialized in optimizing data management strategies for accuracy, security, and compliance. Led the design of cloud-based data governance solutions using AWS, Azure, and GCP. Developed comprehensive frameworks to improve data quality and collaborated with cross-functional teams to align governance with business goals.