Data Architect

VAT Talent; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist IT staffing firm is seeking an experienced Data Architect for a contract opportunity in Melbourne. The role involves driving architectural direction, governance, and maintaining documentation standards. You will lead the data architecture function and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high quality and effective frameworks. This is a 6–12 month contract with a high likelihood of extension. If you are passionate about data architecture, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Strong background in core Data Architecture, not focused on Data Engineering.
• Excellent documentation and governance experience required.
• Ability to lead and drive architectural functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive the existing data architecture function.
• Define and maintain enterprise data architecture frameworks.
• Ensure high-quality documentation, standards, and governance.
• Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders.
• Provide architectural guidance across data platforms and initiatives.

Skills

Core Data Architecture

Documentation and Governance Experience

Leadership in Architectural Functions

Experience in Financial Services

Job description

We are currently looking for an experienced Data Architect for a long-term contract opportunity based in Melbourne (hybrid work model).

This is an exciting opportunity to someone who love to take ownership in driving architectural direction, governance, and documentation standards.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong core Data Architecture background (not Data Engineering-focused)
• Excellent documentation and governance experience
• Ability to drive and lead architectural functions
• Experience in Financial Services will be highly advantageous
• Comfortable working in a hybrid setup in Melbourne

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and drive the existing data architecture function
• Define and maintain enterprise data architecture frameworks
• Ensure high-quality documentation, standards, and governance
• Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders
• Provide architectural guidance across data platforms and initiatives

📅 Contract Duration: 6–12 Months (High likelihood of extension)

If this sounds like you (or someone in your network), feel free to reach out directly or send your CV across. ([e-mail])

About VAT Talent

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