Data Architect

VML; United Arab Emirates; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Data Architect to lead the design and development of a consumer banking data integration. This role involves collaborating with business and technical teams to create a robust data architecture using cutting-edge cloud technologies. You will play a pivotal role in shaping data governance policies and building integrations that enhance customer experiences. If you're passionate about data and want to drive business value in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a collaborative team that values creativity and connection, and help foster a data-driven culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Data Architect or similar role.
• Strong understanding of data warehousing and ETL processes.
• Experience in the financial services industry, especially retail banking.

Responsibilities

• Design a robust data architecture for a consumer banking platform.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Develop data visualizations and dashboards using Power BI.

Skills

Data Architecture

Google Cloud Platform

Azure Cloud Technologies

SQL

Data Visualization

Data Governance

ETL Processes

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Google BigQuery

Azure Data Factory

Azure Databricks

Azure SQL Database

Azure Synapse Analytics

Power BI

Job description

Who We Are: At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.

Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

Position Name: Data Architect

Position Location: Dubai & Abu Dhabi, UAE

THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Data Architect (ideally with experience in consumer retail banking and marketing) to lead the design and development of a new data integration for a key agency client. In this role, you will be instrumental in leading the discovery & design phases for our client's consumer database, working closely with data engineers in implementation/development and data scientists/analysts to incorporate analytics and modeling. You will collaborate with both agency and client stakeholders, including business analysts, data scientists, and engineers, to ensure that the data infrastructure supports the client's business objectives and enables the delivery of exceptional customer experiences that drive business value.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their data needs and translate them into technical requirements (Data Discovery).
2. Design a robust and scalable data architecture for the client's consumer banking platform, leveraging Google BigQuery as an interim layer, with Azure as the final data warehouse.
3. Design data models, pipelines, and integrations to support various business functions, including CRM, marketing automation, reporting, and customer insight.
4. Work with stakeholders to design data governance policies and procedures to ensure data quality, consistency, and security around the 4Vs.
5. Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies in data architecture, especially in cloud computing, big data, and data warehousing.
6. Work closely with the Data Engineering team to recommend and implement data pipelines using the most relevant technologies based on client systems.
7. Collaborate with stakeholders and data science/analysis teams to develop data visualizations and dashboards using Power BI to provide insights to business users.
8. Build and maintain integrations with AdTech and MarTech platforms to enable targeted marketing campaigns and personalized customer experiences.
9. Contribute to fostering a data-driven culture by promoting data literacy and advocating for data-informed decision-making.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCES

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
2. 5+ years of experience as a Data Architect or similar role.
3. Ideally, experience in the financial services industry, particularly consumer retail banking.
4. Strong understanding of data warehousing, dimensional modeling, and ETL processes.
5. Extensive experience with Google Cloud Platform and Azure cloud technologies, including Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure SQL Database, and Azure Synapse Analytics.
6. Proficiency in SQL and data manipulation languages.
7. Experience with data visualization tools, especially Power BI.
8. Familiarity with AdTech and MarTech platforms and their data integration requirements.
9. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to convey technical concepts effectively.
10. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
11. Passion for data and its potential to drive business value.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. We adopt a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culture of respect and belonging. For more information, visit our website and follow VML on social channels.