APR Supply Co. Principal Microsoft Fabric Data ArchitectAPR Supply Co. is a century-strong leader in the HVAC and Plumbing distribution industry with 44 locations within PA, NJ, DE, MD, and WV — and we're redefining how data powers our business.As part of our digital transformation, we are implementing Microsoft Fabric as our enterprise data and analytics platform, with a strong focus on data governance, security, and AI enablement.
Our goal is to create a trusted, governed, and AI-ready data foundation that supports enterprise analytics, automation, and Copilot-style experiences across the organization.We are seeking a hands-on Microsoft Fabric expert to lead this effort. This is a new, high-impact role with executive sponsorship and the authority to define how data is architected, governed, and consumed across APR.If you've implemented Fabric in the real world—and understand that governance is not optional—this role was built for you.As APR's Principal Microsoft Fabric Data Architect, you will own the design, implementation, and governance of our Fabric platform end to end.This role goes far beyond dashboards.What you'll do:Design and implement a production-grade Microsoft Fabric architecture, including OneLake, Lakehouses, Warehouses, Dataflows Gen2, Spark Notebooks, and PipelinesImplement and manage Medallion architecture (Bronze / Silver / Gold) with performance, reliability, and scalability in mindLead ingestion from enterprise systems (ERP, CRM, HRIS, eCommerce, vendor feeds, files, APIs)Design and enforce enterprise data governance policies within FabricImplement Microsoft Purview for: Data lineage and impact analysisSensitivity labels and classificationData discovery and catalogingDefine and manage security models, including OneLake permissions, workspace design, and Power BI semantic model securityPartner with IT, Security, and Compliance to ensure data is trusted, auditable, and policy-alignedDesign Power BI semantic models aligned to governed Gold-layer dataBuild and review high-performance datasets, DAX measures, and reporting patternsEnable secure self-service analytics without sacrificing governanceEnable Fabric data for AI and Copilot-style use cases, including RAG-based patternsIntegrate structured and unstructured data (documents, text, images, video) into the governed Fabric ecosystemCollaborate on AI-driven enrichment and search scenariosAct as the Fabric authority across the organizationEstablish standards, patterns, and best practicesMentor analysts and engineers working within FabricCommunicate clearly with both executives and technical teamsRequired for success:RequiredMicrosoft Fabric DP-600 (Fabric Analytics Engineer) certificationMicrosoft Fabric DP-700 (Fabric Data Engineer) certification5+ years designing and supporting enterprise data platforms (experience does not need to be Fabric alone)Direct, hands-on production experience with Microsoft Fabric (not just training or POCs)Proven experience designing data governance frameworksStrong hands-on experience with Microsoft PurviewDeep understanding of Lakehouse and Medallion architectureStrong Power BI, SQL, and Python skillsStrongly preferredExperience governing data in enterprise-scale environmentsExperience integrating Fabric with Microsoft 365 security and identity modelsExperience enabling AI, RAG, or Copilot-style data accessPrior ownership of platform standards, not just development tasksWhy join APR Supply Co.?Own the Platform: Be the architect of APR's enterprise data foundationGovernance Done Right: Build trusted data, not data chaosExecutive Visibility: Work directly with senior leadershipModern Stack: Microsoft Fabric, Purview, Power BI, AIReal Impact: What you design will be used across the company Join us in shaping the governed, AI-ready data future of a 100+ year-old company transforming through innovation.