Data Architect

Data Architect to join our growing Enterprise Architecture team. In this role, you will be pivotal in designing, developing, and implementing our enterprise data architecture and solutions, ensuring efficient and secure data management that supports our business goals. You will work closely with various stakeholders, including business leaders, data owners, engineers, analysts, and business users, to translate business needs into technical solutions and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop the enterprise data architecture, adhering to best practices and industry standards.
• Proficient in data solutions design and modelling (DFDs, ERDs), implementing data models for various applications and systems.
• Select and implement appropriate data tools, technologies and making recommendations.
• Define and enhance logical data models and the data taxonomy.
• Develop a hybrid data models and cloud-based data platforms, paying attention to data sensitives and regulatory compliance.  
• Develop and implement data integration solutions (batch, micro-batch and change capture) to ensure seamless data flow between different systems whilst preserving data lineage.
• Define and implement data governance policies and procedures.
• Design and implement data security measures to protect sensitive information.
• Optimize data performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and analysts to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
• Stay up to date with emerging data technologies and trends.
• Develop and maintain documentation for the data architecture.

Tasks (what does the role do on a day-to-day basis)

• Conduct data architecture assessments and gap analysis.
• Designing modern, scalable and secure data solutions using a range or existing, new and emerging technologies
• Develop and document data models using appropriate modelling tools.
• Configure and manage data quality processes.
• Develop and implement data security protocols and access controls.
• Monitor and troubleshoot data-related issues.
• Prepare and present technical reports and documentation.
• Participate in the evolution and implementation of a data strategy and governance policies.
• Participate and contribute to Enterprise Architecture governance forums.
• Collaborate with specialists in data.
• Promote and publish comms related to data management, strategy, and governance.

Key competencies for position and level

In addition to demonstrating our Global Values (Authentic, Bold, and Collaborative), the role holder will be expected to demonstrate the following interpersonal skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of the importance of data to a business
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills both written and spoken in English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive and results-oriented approach
• Passion for data and technology
• Drives vision and purpose.