Data Architect / Solution Architect (Redshift)

CareCone Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

CareCone Group in Sydney is seeking a Data Architect / Solution Architect (Redshift) who can translate complex data needs into scalable architectures and governance. You will own data modelling, platform decisions and data product roadmaps, collaborating with senior stakeholders to deliver robust data solutions.

You will bring 10+ years in data/solution architecture, Redshift/Teradata expertise, and a strong ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences, driving data-first

Qualifications

• 10+ years in data/solution architecture and data engineering.

Responsibilities

• Define and design overall data modelling, architecture, governance, and roadmap.

Skills

Data architecture

Data modelling

Data governance

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Data mesh

Data products

Cloud data platforms

Project estimation

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Amazon Redshift

Teradata

Kafka

Kinesis

Airflow

Dagster

Terraform

Data catalog tools

Job description

Role: Data Architect / Solution Architect (Redshift)

Location: Sydney

Job Description

• We are seeking someone with the passion for understanding and leveraging data, with the attitude and behaviour to deliver on commitments and take ownership of data products when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and design the overall data modelling design, data architecture, strategy, data governance and data capabilities roadmap that are consistent with our technology direction.
• Define and design the data platforms, tools and governing process
• Create, maintain and communicate go-forward strategies for business intelligence capabilities and tools.
• Responsible and accountable for producing the data solution and data product architecture design ensuring that they are submitted and progress via the prescribed governance process through to approval (ARB) in a timely manner aligned with project prescribed timelines.
• Define and review data solutions for re-usability, scalability, synergy opportunities and alignment to defined best practice and guidelines
• Create and evolve data technology roadmap, to align with continuously evolving business needs.
• Help defining and improving best practices, guidelines, and integration with other enterprise solutions.
• Participates in planning, dependency identification, and management as well as estimation with Project Managers.
• Leads Work Breakdown identification and workshops utilising Architecture designs as input
• Demonstrated grasp of Architecture techniques and ability to work effectively with senior business stakeholders and initiative owners.
• Act as Technology advisors on data to business leaders and strategic leaders on technology direction.

Key Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

Domain Expertise

• 10 years+ of professional experience in data/solution architecture & data engineering. Demonstrating a high degree of proficiency in designing and developing complex, high quality data modelling, data solutions and defining the best practices and governance guidelines.
• Strong experience and Skills in developing and maintaining data warehouses in big data solutions (e.g. Redshift, Teradata)
• Experience with data catalogue and data governance tools.
• Experience with data streaming platforms (e.g., Kafka/Kinesis)
• Familiarity with operational orchestration platforms (e.g., Airflow, Dagster)
• Understanding of Data Mesh and Data Product concepts
• Telecommunication Industry experience
• Conceptual knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform)
• Exposure to machine learning, reporting, data sharing, data intensive application-oriented use cases
• Extensive experience in consulting with business stakeholders and other user groups to deliver both strategic and tactical information management solutions
• Experience working within matrix structures, with demonstrated ability to broker outcomes effectively and collaboratively with colleagues and peers.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer programming or related field preferred

Individual Skills, Mindset & Behaviours

• Strong communication skills with ability to communicate complex technical concepts in a digestible way
• Ability to effortlessly switch gears from summary view for leadership to hands-on discussion with practitioners
• Assertive, with the confidence to be voice of authority what is best for team
• High-energy and passionate outlook to the role and can influence those around her/him
• Ability to build a sense of trust and rapport that creates a comfortable, respectful, and effective workplace