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STEM Connex
Bristol
11 months ago
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We are looking for an experiencedData Architectto lead the design and implementation of robust data solutions that support the operational, regulatory, and strategic needs of a modern housing organisation. This role is central to helping us harness the power of data to improve service delivery, tenant outcomes, and operational efficiency.


Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement end-to-end data architecture solutions that align with business objectives and technical requirements.
  • Develop and maintain enterprise data models, data integration pipelines, and data governance frameworks.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across IT, analytics, and business teams to gather requirements and translate them into data solutions.
  • Define data standards, metadata management practices, and best practices for data modeling, warehousing, and interoperability.
  • Lead the evaluation and implementation of data tools, platforms, and technologies (e.g., cloud services, ETL tools, data lakes).
  • Ensure data security, compliance, and privacy policies are embedded in all architecture designs.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to data engineers and analysts.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to data architecture and data quality.

Required Skills and Experience

  • Proven experience as a Data Architect, Solutions Architect, or similar role.
  • Strong background in data modeling, data warehousing, and designing data architectures (OLAP and OLTP).
  • Proficiency in modern data platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
  • Hands-on experience with data integration tools (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Informatica, Talend) and database technologies (SQL, NoSQL).
  • Familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) and real-time data processing.
  • Deep understanding of data governance, data quality, and data security principles.
  • Experience working with BI tools and supporting analytics/reporting initiatives.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

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