The Data Architect role is tasked with providing leadership and overseeing the following administrative and operational functions within the data management office and group:
Data Architecture: this function is responsible for providing leadership in all aspects of data architecture in order to drive the capability to identify and develop the proper information models to support business operations and analytics.
The data architect roles and responsibilities will include: Developing and implementing an overall organizational data architecture strategy that is in line with business requirements, overall data strategy and enterprise IT architecture. The strategy includes data model designs, database development standards, implementation and management of data warehouses and data analytics system.
Metadata Management: planning and execution of the various data standards of the enterprise. Metadata is defined as the data providing information about one or more aspects of the data; it is used to summarize basic information about data which can make tracking and working with specific data easier. Some examples include: i) means of creation of the data. li) Purpose of the data. lii) Time and date of creation. This role must have the capability to proactively manage the diverse data standards of the enterprise.
At its core, the role involves supporting the CDC) and other team leaders in implementing the Enterprise Data Management in regards to data architecture and Metadata Strategies, drive strategic performance in order to achieve strategic results that is, Data is seen as a Strategic Asset and creates sustainable stakeholder value

Ideal Job Specifications:

 Academic:

Bachelors in Computer Science, Finance & Banking MIS, or Information Management, operations management
Masters or diploma in data management/data science, will be an added advantage

Professional:

Hands on experience in Database Development and scripting, with expert level skills in writing SQL queries.
Hands on experience in developing ETL packages using Oracle DI, SQL Server Integration Services, SAP Data Services
Deep understanding of industry standard formats and protocols (XML/XPath/XQuery and JSON)
Excellent analytical, problem solving and reporting skills
A good knowledge of the information requirements and standard reporting within Financial Services industry

Desired work experience:

Minimum 8 years' experience in IT systems development within a large, digitized organization designing, implementing and managing mission critical systems, with at least 5 of those years within BI development and/or support.