Senior Data Architect

Shaping the Future of Automotive Engineering

Applus+ IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, offering a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping the future of mobility. As a TOP Employer certified company with over 3000 professionals from more than 22 countries, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth with colleagues from over 57 nationalities contributing to safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles.

Enjoy a highly flexible hybrid work model in a company that takes care of the employees’ wellbeing, offering work-life balance benefits such as subsidized canteen, free language courses, transport, and coaching services.

Join a company that has a deep commitment to sustainability and push yourself to reach your full potential in a dynamic and challenging setting that values innovation and expertise.

Come & join us on the road to success.

Job Description

The Digital Business team is responsible for developing cutting-edge digital solutions for global products and processes, organizing IDIADA information, and providing efficient and reliable data exploitation methods for IDIADA Group and our clients. Our goal is to be recognized as the most digital, innovative, and customer-oriented company while reducing the cost of digital operations and increasing the value and portfolio of our services.

As a Senior Data Architect, you will be entrusted with critical responsibilities that directly impact our organization's data infrastructure and strategic goals. Your primary duties will include:

1. Designing and developing robust database solutions to store and retrieve company information with utmost efficiency and security.
2. Conducting thorough analyses of structural requirements for new software and applications to ensure optimal performance and scalability.
3. Executing complex data migration projects from legacy systems to new solutions, ensuring data integrity and minimal disruption to operations.
4. Creating detailed conceptual and logical data models and flowcharts to guide the implementation of data architecture strategies.
5. Rigorously testing, troubleshooting, and integrating new elements to enhance system performance and reliability.
6. Implementing strategic optimizations for both new and current database systems to maximize efficiency and reduce operational costs.
7. Establishing and enforcing comprehensive security and backup procedures to safeguard critical company data.
8. Collaborating closely with the Business Intelligence and Machine Learning teams to identify and address future data needs and requirements.
9. Developing and delivering advanced training programs to ensure team adherence to industry best practices and company standards.
10. Spearheading Proof of Concept initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and technological advancement.
11. Implementing and managing key performance indicators (KPIs) for development processes and services to ensure continuous improvement and accountability.
12. Playing a pivotal role in the implementation and execution of our Corporate Data Strategy, aligning data architecture with long-term business objectives.

This position requires a high level of expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to lead complex data initiatives that are crucial to our organization's success in the automotive industry.

Qualifications

Professional Experience:

1. Minimum of 5 years of extensive experience in a Data Architect, Data Scientist, Data Analyst, or equivalent role.
2. Demonstrated proficiency in time and resource management.
3. Comprehensive understanding of design and programming principles.
4. In-depth knowledge of database structure principles.
5. Proven track record in gathering and analyzing complex system requirements.
6. Extensive experience with data mining and segmentation techniques.
7. Advanced expertise in SQL, Python, and AWS Data services.
8. Exceptional analytical skills and a problem-solving mindset.
9. Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Qlik, Power BI).

Educational Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field.
2. Fluency in both Spanish and English is mandatory.

Critical Attributes:

1. High level of motivation and unwavering work ethic.
2. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet stringent deadlines.
3. Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
4. Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.

The successful candidate must possess all of the aforementioned qualifications to be considered for this pivotal role within our organization. The ability to excel in a fast-paced, data-driven environment is crucial for success in this position.

Additional Information

Applus IDIADA is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We don’t put limits on you, so don’t put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.