Data Architecture Practice Lead: Enterprise Data & Strategy

Eqplus Technologies Pty Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,400,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Eqplus Technologies Pty Ltd is seeking a Data Architect Practice Lead in Gauteng to establish, grow, and lead our Data Architecture capability while remaining hands-on with complex client engagements.

The role combines deep technical expertise with client engagement, consulting, business development and practice leadership. The ideal candidate will drive DAMA-aligned data architecture, governance, modelling, privacy, and regulatory compliance across enterprises.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science or related discipline.
• 5-7 years’ experience in Data Architecture and/or Enterprise Architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, national-level Enterprise Architecture and Data Architecture engagements, including public sector work.
• Design end-to-end data architecture and governance solutions across sectors such as public, telecoms and financial services.
• Lead foundational enterprise data capabilities aligned to DAMA principles and domains.
• Oversee Data Architecture Practice, including people, delivery, standards, methodologies and capability development.
• Translate business requirements into scalable, secure data solutions and provide technical leadership across the lifecycle.
• Engage with clients and senior stakeholders, presenting architecture strategies and designs.

Skills

Data Architecture

Data Governance

Data Modelling

Data Quality

Metadata Management

Data Privacy

DAMA principles

TOGAF

Data Integration

Solution Architecture

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/IS/Data Science

Job description

Eqplus Technologies Pty Ltd is seeking a Data Architect Practice Lead in Gauteng to establish, grow, and lead our Data Architecture capability while remaining hands-on with complex client engagements.

The role combines deep technical expertise with client engagement, consulting, business development and practice leadership. The ideal candidate will drive DAMA-aligned data architecture, governance, modelling, privacy, and regulatory compliance across enterprises.