Senior Data Architect

Critical Software; Coimbra; Presencial; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading software company in Coimbra is seeking a Senior Data Architect. In this role, you will design enterprise-grade data platforms driving innovation. You'll need 8+ years in data architecture and expertise in data modeling, cloud platforms, and security. You're expected to translate business needs into scalable solutions while collaborating with stakeholders. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding environment with the possibility of impacting millions.

Serviços

Flexible work policies

Fringe benefits and well-being programs

Modern and cozy office environment

Qualificações

• 8+ years in data architecture, with experience in enterprise environments.
• Deep knowledge of data modeling, metadata management, cloud data platforms, and security.
• Ability to translate business needs into scalable data solutions.

Responsabilidades

• Define and implement data architecture strategies that support analytics, AI, and business intelligence.
• Lead data integration across systems, ensuring consistency and interoperability.
• Establish data governance frameworks and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Evaluate and recommend technologies to enhance data capabilities.
• Collaborate with technical and business leaders to align data architecture with organizational goals.

Conhecimentos

Data modeling

Metadata management

Cloud data platforms

Security

Strategic thinking

Fluent in English

Formação académica

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Overview

At Critical Software we truly believe that our people is what makes us what we are. At the heart of everything we do are our diverse and talented individuals, pushing the boundaries of what´s possible. Working at Critical is more than just a career choice, is more than a business: we're a community with a strong sense of purpose, values, and togetherness. Our engineering excellence ensures that we are a trusted partner to some of the world's leading companies in markets such as Aerospace, Railway, Medical Systems, Defense and many more. We are always on the lookout for bright and ambitious individuals to join us.

We are currently seeking a visionary Senior Data Architect to lead the design of enterprise-grade data platforms that drive innovation and operational excellence. As a Senior Data Architect you will define the blueprint for data management, integration, and analytics across complex environments, ensuring scalability, security, and strategic alignment.

Could you be the Senior Data Architect that we\'ve been looking for?

Responsibilities

• Architecture Design: Define and implement data architecture strategies that support analytics, AI, and business intelligence.
• Enterprise Integration: Lead data integration across systems, ensuring consistency and interoperability.
• Governance & Compliance: Establish data governance frameworks and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Technology Leadership: Evaluate and recommend technologies to enhance data capabilities.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with technical and business leaders to align data architecture with organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Experience: 8+ years in data architecture, with experience in enterprise environments.
• Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of data modeling, metadata management, cloud data platforms, and security.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate business needs into scalable data solutions.
• Language Skills: Fluent in English.

What can you expect from us?

• A challenging environment where you can thrive, both personally and professionally
• A real possibility of impacting the lives of millions of people while working in the most critical industries
• The opportunity to make the difference while participating in social initiatives
• Work-life balance: flexible work policies designed to fit your life around your career at Critical
• Fringe Benefits and Well-being especially planned to support you and those who are important to you
• Modern and cosy offices that will make you feel just like home

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