Lead Data Architect

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Are you passionate about driving digital transformation through data architecture and governance? Our client, a leading organisation undergoing a Digital Transformation, is seeking a talented Lead Data Architect to join their Strategy & Architecture function for an initial six months contract.

Role: Lead Data Architect

Duration: 6 Months

Location: Wokingham (Hybrid)

Rate: £650 - £700 per day (umbrella)

About the Role:

As the Lead Data Architect, you will play a vital role in architecting and designing a data-sharing infrastructure for our client's extensive network of partners. Your expertise in enterprise data architecture, data integration, modelling, governance, security, and scalability will be essential in ensuring secure and seamless integration.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop comprehensive data architecture blueprints and designs that support data management, integration, and governance across the organisation.
2. Provide technical and strategic recommendations to align data solutions with business requirements and industry standards.
3. Drive the adoption of Common Information Model (CIM) and other industry standards to ensure data consistency and interoperability.
4. Design and implement secure and scalable data sharing solutions, facilitating efficient and standardised data exchange.
5. Define and enforce data governance frameworks and compliance standards to ensure adherence to regulatory and operational requirements.
6. Lead the design and implementation of Master Data Management (MDM) and Reference Data Management (RDM).
7. Architect and design advanced data integration solutions utilising cutting-edge technologies and best practices.

About You:

Our client is seeking a visionary mind who is passionate about delivering innovative and scalable data architecture solutions. To be successful in this role, you should have:

1. Extensive experience in enterprise data architecture, data integration, and governance frameworks.
2. Solid knowledge of technologies such as Kafka, RESTful APIs, ETL/ELT pipelines, and event-driven architectures.
3. Strong understanding of data security, compliance, and privacy standards.
4. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

What's in it for you?

1. Join a dynamic organisation at the forefront of digital transformation in the energy sector.
2. Work with a talented and collaborative team to drive meaningful change.
3. Enjoy a hybrid working model, with flexibility to work from both the office and home.

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a significant impact, apply now! Be part of a transformative journey and shape the future of data architecture.

Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered.