Data Architect

Function

We’re looking for a Data Architect Consultant to join our client’s team and support the structuring and evolution of their data landscape. In this role, you will leverage existing domain knowledge and documentation to design clear and scalable data models, while helping stakeholders better understand and structure their data needs. You will play a key role in defining conceptual and logical data models, ensuring that data flows, governance, and integration patterns are clearly documented and aligned with long-term data management strategies.

Role & Responsibilities
As a Data Architect, you will work closely with business and technical stakeholders to structure and document data domains and ensure consistency across systems. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Designing conceptual data models per domain, including diagrams and semantic definitions
• Mapping data flows and integration points across systems and applications
• Developing logical data models, including attributes, key management policies, and normalization strategies
• Defining canonical data models with reusable entities (such as customer, contract, etc.) aligned with master data management practices
• Establishing and maintaining a business glossary linking terms, definitions, domains, and data ownership (stewards)
• Supporting stakeholders in clarifying and structuring their data requirements
• Contributing to the overall data architecture and ensuring alignment with governance and enterprise architecture principles

Technical Environment & Expertise

• Enterprise architecture frameworks and modeling (ArchiMate or similar)
• Conceptual and logical data modeling (ERD, Domain-Driven Design)
• Master Data Management (MDM) and data governance practices
• Data warehouse architecture and data integration patterns
• Databases and data platforms such as PostgreSQL, hierarchical databases, and distributed processing frameworks like Spark
• Containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Security and data protection concepts including encryption and Identity & Access Management (IAM)

Profile – The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience as a Data Architect or in a similar senior data architecture role
• Strong expertise in enterprise data modeling and architecture frameworks
• Experience setting up and maintaining business glossaries and data governance structures
• Solid understanding of data platforms, integration patterns, and data lifecycle management
• Ability to translate complex data requirements into structured models and architecture guidelines
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience working in complex data environments where governance, quality, and scalability are key priorities