The Senior Data Architect will report to the Data & Analytics Manager
Key Responsibilities The key responsibilities are:
• Get agreement on and drive the use /rollout of a common data modelling standard to support multiple projects
• In conjunction with the Data Governance Lead and the Data & Analytics lead create a data model(s) and be responsible for the delivery of this data model
• Formulate implementations plan to drive rollout of a new (common) standard for exchange of data
• Standard data modelling in data hub(s) and all future use cases within it
• Collaborate with core stakeholders, such as the Data Management Lead, Data Governance Lead, Enterprise Architecture and Networks IT Business Partner to support the definition, evolution, and application of the appropriate data model.
• Co-ordinate data architecture direction and decision across multiple projects. Each project will have a dedicated data architect to work on day-to-day implementation, but overall direction must come centrally
• Report on progress of data architecture implementation (as part of Data Strategy) on an on-going basis
• Drive use of a data catalogue / dictionary to ensure consistent definition of key data elements
• Investigate the use of metadata standards and make recommendations on same
• Data lineage – introduce robust lineage to ensure we can trace back any data queries to source
• Facilitate future data analytics use cases through standardisation of data structures, allowing maximum reuse and ultimately minimising /removing ‘local data silos’
• This individual will be required to influence Senior Managers to ensure all the teams adhere to a consistent approach across the huge quantities of data
• Engagement with external parties such as other industry bodies will be a key element of this role.
• Act as a thought leader in data modelling and keep up to speed on the evolving trends and approaches in this area
• Ensure alignment with the Enterprise Services data management and data governance principles.
• Collaborate with cloud, infrastructure, and security architects to design appropriate solutions in compliance with overall enterprise principles, policies and standards
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
This is a new role within the organisation and therefore need someone with a proven record of establishing themselves within an organisation. An ability to come up with and implement a vision (both short and long term) will be required.
Essential
• 12+ years of working experience in a Data related role
• Previous experience as a Senior Data Architect or equivalent is required
• Technical background in the use of data for solving business problem solving is required
• Excellent communications skills
• Stakeholder management is a key part of the role, and the candidate must be comfortable in dealing with stakeholders at all levels in the organisation up to and including director level
• While working as part of a team, must have an ability to be a self-starter and establish / drive the data architecture agenda
• Practical experience of data modelling from conceptual to physical design
• Proven knowledge of data warehousing and data warehouse design process
• In-depth knowledge of ETL design and build techniques
• Experience with business intelligence, machine learning, and AI use cases
Desirable
• Technical background in a data related field
• Some working experience of SAP, a GIS system
• Hands on experience writing SQL and/or database administration
• ETL development experience for relational and multi-dimensional databases
• Data Architecture on Microsoft Azure platform
For more information and confidential discussion please call Michael on 01 614 6058
