Data Architect

As a Data Architect, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing the technological and data architecture for our client project.

Leveraging your expertise in data architecture, master data management (MDM), data lakehouse concepts, data catalogs, and data modeling, you will design a scalable, secure, and future-ready data strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and Optimize Current Architecture
• Analyze existing data architecture to identify gaps and continuously improve performance, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate and Mentor
• Coach and guide technical teams, data specialists, and IT professionals to develop a robust technology and data architecture aligned with business objectives.
• Strategic Advisory
• Provide expert advice on application and infrastructure projects, ensuring system and data solutions align with enterprise architecture and adapt to future requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with product managers, product owners, and other architects (enterprise, business, information, security, and solution) to maintain an agile, secure, and future-proof architecture.
• Monitor and Optimize Platforms
• Oversee applications and data platforms to enhance configurations, ensure data quality, improve user experience, and proactively address security concerns.
• Design and Govern Data Flows
• Define and monitor the architecture of applications and data flows, including user interfaces, middleware, infrastructure, and integration with central data layers.

Core Competencies & Skills

• Deep knowledge of data architecture principles, MDM, data lakehouse frameworks, and data modeling techniques.
• Experience with data catalogs, metadata management, and data governance.
• Strong ability to harmonize systems and data solutions within enterprise architecture.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to mentor teams and collaborate across departments.
• Proactive approach to security, data quality, and performance optimization.

Languages:

Dutch - Native or bilingual

English - Nice to have

French - Nice to have

At least 3 years of experience in work with: Agile, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data lake, Data Management, Information Architecture