Chief Data Architect

Bebeedataarchitecture; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data solutions provider in Cape Town is seeking a Chief Data Architect to design and implement secure and scalable data architectures on Google Cloud Platform. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in data engineering and strong SQL and Python skills. Join a collaborative team committed to innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of hands-on experience in data engineering, preferably on GCP.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable data architectures on GCP.
• Partner with stakeholders to develop and maintain data roadmaps.
• Conduct performance tuning, data quality checks, and security best practices.
• Document and maintain data architectures for long-term success.

Skills

SQL

Python

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Chief Data Architect to design and deliver scalable, reliable, and secure data solutions on Google Cloud Platform. The ideal candidate will have experience in designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines and ETL processes, as well as working closely with cross‑functional teams to turn business needs into tailored data solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable data architectures on GCP.
• Partner with stakeholders to develop and maintain data roadmaps.
• Conduct performance tuning, data quality checks, and security best practices.
• Document and maintain data architectures for long‑term success.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
• 1+ years of hands‑on experience in data engineering (preferably on GCP).
• Strong skills in SQL and Python for data transformation and automation.

About Us We value innovation, impact, and growth. We collaborate with a team that thrives in collaborative environments and celebrates curiosity, collaboration, and success.