Data / Database Architect (HK$50K - $70K+)

Global Executive Consultants Ltd.; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 558,000 - 781,200; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm based in Hong Kong is looking for a Data / Database Architect to evaluate and implement data governance solutions for enterprise data platforms. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in IT, proven expertise in data architecture, and strong knowledge of Oracle and data-related tools. Responsibilities include leading POC testing, defining product assessment criteria, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure effective integration and performance. The position offers a competitive salary range of HK$50K - $70K+.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in IT.
• Experience as a Data Architect in enterprise projects.
• Hands-on knowledge of database and data warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Lead POC testing of data solutions.
• Define assessment criteria for product comparisons.
• Gather stakeholder requirements for data platforms.

Skills

Data governance expertise

Oracle database knowledge

Data integration skills

Analytical skills

Vendor management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Oracle

OpenMetadata

Dataphin

DataArts

Job description

Data / Database Architect (HK$50K - $70K+) (Ref. No.: 27696)

Job Duties

• Lead the evaluation and POC testing of data catalogue, data governance, and data warehouse database solutions for the enterprise data platform.
• Define assessment criteria, conduct product comparisons, and recommend the best-fit solution based on technical and business requirements.
• Assess the current-state data landscape, dependencies, and technical gaps.
• Work with stakeholders to gather requirements and assess integration, security, scalability, performance, and operability.
• Perform hands‑on testing and analysis of different data platforms.
• Prepare POC results, recommendation reports, and implementation roadmap for management review.
• Support vendor meetings, solution demonstrations, and technical workshops.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline with at least 5 years of experience in IT field.
• Proven experience as a Data Architect or Database Architect in enterprise data platform projects.
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of database, data warehouse, data catalogue and data governance.
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of Oracle database.
• Experience with at least one Chinese database platform, such as GaussDB, OceanBase, or TDSQL.
• Experience evaluating or implementing data catalogue, data governance, metadata management, lineage, or data quality tools (e.g. OpenMetadata, Dataphin, DataArts, etc.).
• Experience in cloud or hybrid data platform environments is an advantage.
• Good understanding of data warehouse architecture, SQL, and data integration.
• Experience in producing architecture documents, evaluation reports, and executive summaries.
• Strong vendor management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and deliver within the contract period.