Data Architect

HRB; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Data Architect, where you will shape the data infrastructure that drives strategic insights and innovation. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable data solutions, ensuring data integrity and accessibility. Your expertise in data modeling, database design, and cloud platforms will be key in establishing best practices for data governance and security. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead technical initiatives and mentor teams, making a significant impact on the organization's data strategy and success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a Data Architect or similar role.
• Proficiency in data modeling, database design, and integration technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data models that reflect business requirements.
• Design and optimize database solutions for performance and scalability.

Skills

Data Modeling

Database Design

Data Integration

Data Governance

Data Security

Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Master's Degree in Information Systems

Tools

SQL

NoSQL

ETL/ELT Tools

Cloud-based Data Platforms

Job description

Data Architect

About Us: We're committed to leveraging data to drive insights, innovation, and strategic decision-making. As a Data Architect, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our (and our clients) data infrastructure and ensuring the integrity, efficiency, and accessibility of our data assets.

Job Description:

As a Data Architect, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our organization's data architecture. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into scalable, efficient, and well-organized data solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Modeling and Design: Develop and maintain conceptual, logical, and physical data models that reflect business requirements and support our data strategy.
• Database Design and Optimization: Design and optimize database solutions for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Data Integration: Architect data integration solutions to ensure seamless data flow between various systems and sources.
• Data Governance: Establish and enforce data governance policies, standards, and best practices to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.
• Metadata Management: Define and implement metadata management processes to catalog and govern data assets effectively.
• Data Security: Collaborate with security teams to implement robust data security measures and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.
• Data Architecture Documentation: Document data architecture standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to data engineering and analytics teams.
• Vendor Evaluation and Management: Evaluate third-party tools and technologies and manage vendor relationships as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+) working as a Data Architect or in a similar role.
• Strong expertise in data modeling, database design, and data integration technologies (e.g., SQL, NoSQL, ETL/ELT tools).
• Proficiency in data architecture best practices, data governance, and data security.
• Hands-on experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and data warehousing solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Experience with agile development methodologies is a plus.