Data Architect and Migration Specialist

TechBiz Global GmbH; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment service provider is seeking a Data Architect and Migration Specialist to lead enterprise data architecture initiatives. This role involves managing data migration strategies and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 10 years of experience. The position offers a one-year contract with relocation costs covered, requiring relocation to Riyadh.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in data architecture and large-scale data migration.
• Proven expertise in data migration execution and ETL validation.
• Certifications such as Certified Data Architect (CDA) or Microsoft Certified Data Analyst Associate are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the enterprise data architecture strategy and oversee data migration initiatives.
• Manage ETL processes to ensure data accuracy and quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support analytics and reporting.

Skills

Data migration execution

ETL validation

Data architecture

Data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)

Familiarity with KSA regulatory standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Informatica products

Job description

Overview

At TechBiz Global, we are providing recruitment service to our TOP clients from our portfolio. We are currently seeking a Data Architect and Migration Specialist to join one of our clients' teams in Riyadh. If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to grow in an innovative environment, this could be the perfect fit for you.

NOTE: This is a one-year contract with relocation to Riyadh, relocation costs are covered by the client.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Data Architect and Migration Specialist to lead the enterprise data architecture strategy and oversee large-scale data migration initiatives. The ideal candidate will ensure alignment with business processes, regulatory standards, and data governance policies while supporting analytics, reporting, and strategic business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop, oversee, and maintain the enterprise data architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with business processes, governance, and regulatory compliance (e.g., NCA, NIC).
• Review, validate, and provide guidance on data models, data storage, integration, and management across databases, warehouses, and other repositories.
• Lead and oversee data migration strategies and execution, ensuring alignment with program objectives, BRDs, and project timelines.
• Manage ETL processes to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and quality during migration and integration.
• Define and enforce data management policies, classification standards, and access controls in line with security and privacy requirements.
• Evaluate and provide feedback on vendor deliverables related to data architecture, migration, and analytics.
• Establish and track KPIs and metrics to measure the effectiveness of data migration activities, reporting risks and issues proactively.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data solutions support analytics, reporting, and business goals.
• Review vendor compliance with data governance best practices, including data lineage, quality, metadata, and stewardship.

Why this position

• Be part of a strategic transformation project in a dynamic environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to deliver impactful data solutions.
• Opportunity to shape enterprise data architecture and migration strategy at scale.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in data architecture, data management, and large-scale data migration initiatives.
• Proven expertise in data migration execution, ETL validation, and legacy-to-target system transitions.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
• Familiarity with KSA regulatory and compliance standards (e.g., NCA, NIC).
• Certifications such as Certified Data Architect (CDA), Microsoft Certified Data Analyst Associate, or equivalent are a plus.
• Experience in large government transformation or Customs domain projects is highly desirable.
• Experience with Informatica products is preferred.
• Must currently reside in Riyadh or be willing to relocate.