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Data Architect

Job Ref
277415
Job Type
Contracting
Employer Type
Recruitment Agency
Date Added 18 Jan 2018
Expiry Date 4 Mar 2018
* There have been 2 applications to this job.
* This job has been viewed 1212 times.
Employer:
Datacentrix

Location:
South Africa

Salary:
Negotiable

Benefits:


Role details:
One of our clients based inPretoria is seeking a Data Architect for a 7 month contract. Possibly of extension there.
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Data Architect (one)  
The Senior Data Architect rolehas accountability for the implementation and sustainable execution of the COMPANY Enterprise DataManagement Practice (EDMP) in support of all COMPANY Processing System products and solutions. TheData Architect is likewise accountable for the value delivered through the maintenance andpublication of and the solution compliance to the enterprise data and metadata models
 
Qualifications
The data architect should be TOGAFcertified or have an equivalent certification thereto. Should possess certification in DataManagement (DMBOK)
 
Experience
The senior data architect shouldhave the following experience:
 

10-15 years of progressive experience in dataarchitecture, logical and physical relational database modeling and design, Meta data management,operational database management, data warehousing, and enterprise data governance.

7-10 years ofexperience with industry related models (e.g. IBM unified data model etc.) data governance andODS.



3-5 years and/or relevant industry experience as well as experience in the DataModelling discipline


Exposure to diverse large-scale technicalconfigurations, technologies, and processing environments, including Unix platforms

Proven workexperience as a Data Architect, Data Scientist, DataAnalyst or similar role

In-depth understanding of database structureprinciples

Experience gathering and analyzing system requirements

Knowledge of data mining andsegmentation techniques

Expertise in SQL and Oracle; Informix could beconsidered as a plus

Able to demonstrate practical experience in relational and dimensional modellingtechniques, OO modelling also an advantage

Experience using Info sphere Data Architect or anyother Data Modelling Tool

Experience with industry models such as IFW BDW andFSDM

Broad understanding of Data Management (DMBOK), systems development lifecycle methodologiesand IT Architecture

Relevant regulatory knowledge, and understanding of banking and financialservices


 
Duties
The data architect will be required to

Develops, advocates, andaugments the policies and principles of the EDMP

Works with product and project teams to analyze andunderstand enterprise business drivers to determine business information and data architecturerequirements

Creates and evangelizes a holistic data architecture vision, analyzes the currentdata management environment to identify critical deficiencies, and designs and proposes solutionsfor improvement

Analyzes technology industry and market trends and determines potential impact onthe enterprise

“Sells” the data architecture process, its outcomes, and ongoingvalue to the business and stakeholders

Designs and leads the implementation of an enterprisedata management practice in support of the enterprise business requirements andstrategies

Designs and leads the governance activities associated with ensuring compliance with thedata architecture

Oversees data architecture implementation and modification activities includingbuild out and deployment of an enterprise-accessible meta data repository and enterprise data modeland associated publication mechanism

Collaborates with COMPANY EPMO and primary servicevendors to integrate data management principles into delivery lifecycle activities

Oversees theevaluation, selection, and implementation of data related software product standards, and the designof standard configurations

Consults with application development projects toincorporate data structures into the enterprise data model and meta data repository

Identifies theorganizational (skills, processes, structures, and culture) and financial impact of the datamanagement practice and reports to COMPANY senior management

Documents and publishes allenterprise data management practice artifacts

Performs other duties as assigned bymanager

Assists Project Managers to define and document technical scope  based on customer /business needs for assigned projects

Participates in Business and Technical DesignReviews

Evaluates and recommends data scope and direction changes during ConstructionPhases

Represents assigned Enterprise Data Management Practice to various committees (User or Workgroups)



Develop database solutions to store and retrieve company information
Analyze structuralrequirements for new software and applications
Migrate data from legacy systems to newsolutions
Design conceptual and logical data models and flowcharts
Improve system performance byconducting tests, troubleshooting and integrating new elements
Optimize new and current databasesystems
Coordinate with the Data Management department to identify future needs andrequirements
Provide operational support for Management Information Systems (MIS)

 
Knowledge
The data architect should have thefollowing knowledge:
 

Deep knowledge of database technology capabilities, tools, and designpatterns

Knowledge of all components of relational database design in a high-availabilityenvironment

Basic knowledge of financial models and budgeting

Strong understanding ofobject-oriented design and analysis

Strong understanding of service-oriented architecturedesign

Strong understanding of integration technologies and related standards (XML)


Skills
The data architect should have the following skills:

Exceptionalinterpersonal skills, including teamwork, facilitation, and negotiation

Demonstrated leadershipskills in an outsourced environment

Excellent analytical and technical skills

Excellentwritten and verbal communications skills

Excellent planning and organizationalskills

Excellent data modeling and meta data management skills


 




 
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