Data Architect

Client of Tandem Search; Riyadh; On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in recruitment and placement is seeking a Data Architect for a strategic role in a high-profile digital transformation initiative in Saudi Arabia. This hands-on position focuses on designing and implementing large-scale data architectures, requiring strong leadership and a solid background in data technologies.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in data architecture, engineering, or BI solutions.
• Proven ability to design end-to-end data platforms like data lakes and warehouses.
• Strong experience with cloud environments (preferably Azure or AWS).

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and implementation of enterprise-level data solutions.
• Design robust data ingestion, storage, and processing frameworks.
• Evaluate and integrate best-fit technologies for evolving needs.

Skills

Data architecture

Data engineering

Business intelligence solutions

Cloud environments

Data modeling

ETL pipelines

Data quality

Data governance

Communication skills

Data strategies

Job description

Data Architect | KSA (On-site, Contract)


Location: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (On-site)
Contract: 6 months, with potential for 6-month extension
Type: Contract


We're now looking for an experienced Data Architect to join a high-profile digital transformation initiative based in Saudi Arabia.


This is a hands-on, strategic role where you ll help design and implement large-scale data architectures to support enterprise modernization.


What you ll bring:
7+ years of experience in data architecture, engineering, or BI solutions
Proven ability to design end-to-end data platforms, including data lakes and data warehouses
Strong experience with cloud environments (preferably Azure or AWS)
Deep knowledge of data modeling (conceptual, logical, physical)
Familiarity with ETL pipelines, data quality, and governance best practices
Strong communication skills to engage with business and technical stakeholders
Ability to translate business needs into scalable data strategies


What you ll do:
Lead the architecture and implementation of enterprise-level data solutions
Design robust data ingestion, storage, and processing frameworks
Work closely with business analysts, data engineers, and developers to ensure alignment
Define data standards, models, and documentation
Evaluate and integrate best-fit technologies for evolving needs
Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and compliant with data governance standards

Company Industry

• Recruitment
• Placement Firm
• Executive Search

Department / Functional Area

• IT Software

Keywords

• Data Architect

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