Enterprise Data Architect — Strategy, Governance & Security

Homes and Communities; Wellington; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Kāinga Ora – Homes and Communities is seeking an experienced Architect – Data to lead enterprise data architecture and governance across our housing transformation programmes. You will define strategic data architecture aligned with organisational objectives, ensuring secure, scalable, and well-governed data solutions.

Based in Wellington, this permanent role offers a chance to influence technology decisions at national scale, delivering trusted insights and data-driven outcomes for Kāinga Ora

Qualifications

• Significant experience in enterprise data architecture within large and complex organisations.
• Deep expertise in data architecture disciplines, including data modelling, integration architecture, data platforms, storage technologies, and data lifecycle management.
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks, governance, security, and risk management practices.
• Experience developing architecture standards, principles, reference architectures, and design patterns.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical and business teams.
• A pragmatic approach to architecture, balancing strategic direction with delivery outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business outcomes.

Skills

Enterprise data architecture

Data modelling

Integration architecture

Data platforms

Storage technologies

Data lifecycle management

Governance

Security

Risk management

Architecture standards

Principles

Reference architectures

Design patterns

Stakeholder engagement

Influencing skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic delivery

Clear communication

Job description

Kāinga Ora – Homes and Communities is seeking an experienced Architect – Data to lead enterprise data architecture and governance across our housing transformation programmes. You will define strategic data architecture aligned with organisational objectives, ensuring secure, scalable, and well-governed data solutions.

Based in Wellington, this permanent role offers a chance to influence technology decisions at national scale, delivering trusted insights and data-driven outcomes for Kāinga Ora