Data Foundations Lead

UCB; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

UCB is seeking a Data Architect to lead the Patient Solutions Data Foundations team based in Boston, US. This role is pivotal in defining how data is structured, governed, and utilized within the organization. You will work closely with data owners and various stakeholders.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field, possesses expertise in enterprise data architecture, and has experience with AI-driven data management strategies. UCB offers diverse opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in enterprise data architecture and metadata governance.
• Strong understanding of structured and unstructured data management.
• Ability to work across complex environments and collaborate with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define and govern enterprise ontologies and identifiers for consistent data.
• Implement metadata management processes to enhance data quality.
• Lead adoption of AI tools for automated metadata extraction.

Skills

Enterprise data architecture

Metadata governance

Data modelling

AI-driven approaches

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Management, or related field

Tools

DAMA certification

TOGAF certification

CDMP certification

Job description

We are looking for a Data Architect to lead the Patient Solutions Data Foundations team, based in Slough, UK (Windlesham, Surrey 2027), Braine l’Alleud, Belgium or Boston, US.

About The Role

You will play a key role in shaping how data is structured, governed, and used across the organisation. You will define standards for data and metadata, enabling scalable, high-quality data foundations that support research, innovation, and AI‑driven insights.

Responsibilities

• Define and govern enterprise ontologies and identifiers to ensure consistent and traceable data across the organisation
• Implement scalable metadata management processes to improve data quality, lineage, and discoverability
• Lead adoption of AI tools to automate metadata extraction and improve knowledge management
• Partner with data owners to embed standards at the point of data creation
• Design and refine scalable data models aligned to research and business needs
• Develop data products supporting priority programmes and strategic use cases

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Management, or related field
• Experience in enterprise data architecture, metadata governance, and data modelling
• Strong understanding of structured and unstructured data management
• Experience applying AI‑driven approaches to data or metadata management
• Ability to work across complex environments and collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Relevant certifications (e.g. DAMA, TOGAF, CDMP) are a plus

Equal Opportunity Statement

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Accommodation Contact

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