Enterprise Data Architect

ComXps; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ComXps is recruiting for a senior Enterprise Data Architect to lead data architecture across large-scale programmes in a secure government/defence environment. The role requires DV clearance, a degree or equivalent, and strong knowledge of data governance, modelling and platform architectures.

The position is based in London with four days on-site and occasional travel to the south coast; you will collaborate with architects, engineers and project stakeholders to shape data strategy and delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• TOGAF Certified (or equivalent).
• Experience building enterprise-scale data architectures.
• Experience in complex government/defence or regulated environments.

Skills

Enterprise Data Architecture

Data Modelling

Metadata Management

Data Governance Frameworks

Data Quality Management

Data Catalogue Platforms

Master Data Management

Data Warehousing

Data Platform Architecture

Knowledge Graph Architecture

Information Management

AI/Data Enablement Architectures

Architecture Repository Management

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Data Science, or related discipline

Tools

ArchiMate

TOGAF

NAF

Sparx Enterprise Architect

UML/BPMN

Confluence

Jira

Job description

This role is a perm role.

Clearance: DV

Location:4 days per week onsite in London office (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday) with some travel to south coast

Essential Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Data Science, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• TOGAF Certified (or equivalent Enterprise Architecture certification).
• Demonstrable experience developing enterprise-scale data architectures.
• Experience operating within complex government, defence or highly regulated environments.

Essential Skills and Experience

Technical Skills

• Enterprise Data Architecture
• Data Modelling (Conceptual, Logical, Physical)
• Metadata Management
• Data Governance Frameworks
• Data Quality Management
• Data Catalogue Platforms
• Master Data Management (MDM)
• Data Warehousing and Analytics
• Data Platform Architecture
• Knowledge Graph Architecture
• Information Management
• AI/Data Enablement Architectures
• Architecture Repository Management

Architecture Frameworks & Tools

• ArchiMate
• TOGAF
• NAF (Architecture Framework)
• Sparx Enterprise Architect (EA)
• UML/BPMN
• Confluence
• Jira

Ways of Working

• Agile Delivery
• Architecture Governance
• Stakeholder Management
• Workshop Facilitation
• Strategic Planning
• Change Management

Desirable Qualifications

• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
• DAMA Data Management certification
• ArchiMate Certification
• NAF/MODAF experience
• Cloud Architecture certifications (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud)
• Security and Information Assurance certifications

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Enterprise Architecture Leadership
• Data Governance Expertise
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Influencing and Negotiation
• Stakeholder Relationship Management
• Decision Making
• Attention to Detail
• Continuous Improvement Mindset