Senior Data Architect (Banking)

emagine; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking technology firm is looking for a Senior Data Architect to define and develop the Bank's Common Information Model (CIM). This role involves standardizing integration and microservices, alongside documenting data architecture artifacts. Candidates must have 8-12 years of experience in data architecture and expert-level proficiency in data modeling, along with strong banking experience. Working in Riyadh, this position collaborates with multiple teams and ensures regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in Data Architecture or related roles.
• Expert-level proficiency in data modeling.
• Demonstrated experience building CIMs and canonical models.
• Experience in core banking systems.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop the Bank’s Common Information Model (CIM).
• Perform Source-to-CIM and CIM-to-Consumer mapping.
• Standardize integration and microservices on the CIM.
• Document all data architecture artifacts.
• Ensure regulatory alignment and architecture compliance.

Skills

Data Architecture

Data Modeling

Enterprise Architecture

CIM Development

Banking Experience

Tools

Erwin

Abacus

Job description

Summary

The Senior Data Architect is responsible for defining, developing, and institutionalizing the bank’s Common Information Model (CIM) to ensure enterprise data interoperability.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop the Bank’s Common Information Model (CIM).
• Perform Source-to-CIM and CIM-to-Consumer Mapping.
• Standardize integration and microservices on the CIM.
• Document all data architecture artifacts in Abacus and Erwin.
• Ensure regulatory alignment and architecture compliance.
• Conduct knowledge transfer and institutional adoption.

Key Requirements

• 8–12 years in Data Architecture or related roles.
• Expert-level proficiency in data modeling.
• Experience with Erwin and Abacus tools.
• Strong proficiency in enterprise architecture.
• Demonstrated experience building CIMs and canonical models.
• Must have strong banking experience.

Nice to Have

• Background in BIAN BOM, FSDF, EDM, or similar.
• Experience mapping core banking systems.
• Understanding of data platform architectures like ODS and DWH.

Other Details

• Engagement Scope: 4 Months
• Location: Riyadh, KSSA
• Reporting: Collaborative role with multiple teams