Data Architect

We are looking for an experienced Data Architect to join our team. You will play a critical role in achieving our business objectives by working closely with business leaders and developing relationships with senior stakeholders. You will be responsible for client engagement success from solutioning through delivery, focusing on providing innovative solutions and adding real value to our clients. We seek Data Architects experienced in Cloud Transformation engagements.

Responsibilities:

• Design data models and metadata systems. Source to Target Data Mapping documentation.
• Provide oversight and advice to other data architects who are undertaking the design of data models and support the management of data dictionaries
• Make sure that your teams are working to the standards set for the organisation by the chief data architect
• Work with technical architects to make sure that an organisation’s systems are designed in accordance with the appropriate data architecture
• Undertake design, support and provide guidance for the upgrade, management, de-commission and archive of data in compliance with data policy
• Provide input into data dictionaries.
• Define and deliver the data strategy roadmap for the enterprise.
• Drive solutioning for complex deals involving multiple service lines and domains as part of RFI, RFP and informal deal processes, leading a cross functional team of service line experts drawn from their respective domains to drive alignment of solution deliverables to client objectives
• Build relationships and credibility with clients during the sales cycle
• Develop business case and collaterals for Transformational Initiatives
• Define solution vision and direction building on synergies and benefits across service lines and technologies
• Envision a transformation roadmap that aligns with the strategic and tactical direction of the client
• Drive the translation of complex business initiatives into innovative business-technology solutions and ensure consistency across traditional solution boundaries
• Drive structured deals by providing consultation to key clients in defining or designing business processes, functions and technology journeys
• Research, identify and internally market enabling technologies based on client requirements assisting clients through their journey from ideation to execution creating win-win solution
• Define solution vision and direction building on synergies and benefits across service lines and technologies
• Work with Business Stakeholders and Project Managers to understand inefficiencies in clients’ existing business processes and applications and recommend solutions
• Guide clients on change management and risk management as part of the deal process
• Participate, and where necessary lead, in governance meetings to ensure that the risks and mitigation steps are identified and implemented
• Foster an innovative culture within the team
• Understand the client’s requirements, pain points and arrive at a customized solution by rightly positioning Cognizant assets
• Collaborate with technology groups and other alliances to bring best practices on various technologies and tools
• Participate in partner forums and evangelizing technology capabilities of Cognizant

Qualifications_

Must Have:

• Proven experience as a Data Architect or similar role
• Experience in Data analysis and synthesis, communication, governance, innovation, modelling and data standards
• Strong experience in Cloud Transformation engagements
• Relevant experience from an IT or management consultancy
• Solid experience in complex deal solutioning and running structured deals
• Experience in leading complex, cross-functional initiatives
• Strong knowledge of information systems from a holistic perspective
• Experience providing technology leadership in complex projects and programs
• Ability to interact with clients and stakeholders at all levels
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written)
• Highly developed critical thinking, interpretative, and analytical skills
• Flexibility to travel across the UK and occasionally further
• Security clearance is required
• Experience working in a Public Sector domain
• Client-sensitive communication skills

Nice to Have:

• Desired licenses or certifications required by the position: TOGAF, AWS, CEA, DAMA, MDM, EDW
• Expertise or exposure to the following skillset:
  • AWS Cloud, Data Virtualization, Cloudera, BI, Datawarehouse, ETL, Pentaho & Talend, Spark, Big Data, Data Lake, Data bricks, Azure Platform & Data Factory

Additional Information_

What you can expect from us?

• Learning by doing – you will work with industry experts who are willing to share their knowledge and experience
• Improving your skills by participating in training and mentoring programs
• Advancing your career by choosing from different career paths (technical, management)
• Broadening your horizons by working in an open and supportive multicultural environment
• Commercial projects from the domain
• Great atmosphere and supportive environment
• Working in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere created by a lot of bonding events and activities

What do we offer?

• Competitive salary adequate to your skills and performance
• Flexible working hours
• Training programs
• Private medical insurance
• Multisport program
• English lessons
• Company social events
• Weekly cakes and fruits
• Relocation assistance

Job Reference: ref991n