Business Data Architect

Job Summary

The Business Data Architect is responsible for data architecture, business analysis, and quality assurance practices. The role leads the reviewing, analyzing, implementing, and advising on all technology, business solutions, and processes related to our data platform and architecture. The Business Data Architect will also be responsible for understanding business use cases and ensuring that data architecture aligns with organizational goals and objectives.

Job Responsibilities 1

Design the structure, organization, integration, and security of data assets within an organization. This includes creating data models, defining data standards, and ensuring that data flows efficiently across systems.

Develop and implement data architecture solutions that meet business requirements and support organizational objectives.

Provide technical guidance and expertise to stakeholders on data-related issues, best practices, and emerging technologies.

Evaluate and recommend data management tools, platforms, and technologies to support business needs and objectives.

Work closely with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document their data needs. This involves translating business requirements into technical specifications and ensuring that the data architecture aligns with the overall business strategy.

Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of data. This involves developing and implementing data quality standards, processes, and procedures. You would also be responsible for identifying and resolving data quality issues, conducting data audits, and establishing data quality metrics.

Implement and enforce data governance policies and procedures to ensure that data is managed effectively and in compliance with regulatory requirements. This includes defining data ownership, access controls, and data privacy measures.

Job Responsibilities 2

Work closely with cross-functional teams including IT professionals, business analysts, data scientists, and stakeholders to understand data requirements, resolve issues, and drive data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Document data architecture designs, data models, processes, and procedures.

Communicate technical concepts and solutions to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and understandable manner.

Additional Responsibilities 3

Job Knowledge & Skills

Understanding of entity-relationship modeling, metadata systems, and data quality tools and techniques

Ability to think strategically and relate architectural decisions and recommendations to business needs and client culture.

Ability to assess traditional and modern data architecture components based on business needs.

Experience with business intelligence tools and technologies such as ETL, Power BI, and Tableau. Ability to regularly learn and adopt new technology, especially in the ML/AI realm.

Familiarity with SAP's cloud-based analytics platform for creating interactive dashboards, data visualizations, and predictive analytics.

Ability to collaborate and excel in complex, cross-functional teams involving data scientists, business analysts, and stakeholders. Ability to guide solution design and architecture to meet business needs.

Job Experience

Minimum 8 years working experience, 5 years in a relevant supervisory position, 2 years GCC experience is a plus

Competencies

Education