DATA ARCHITECT IN SOUTH AFRICA

Key Responsibilities Improve business performance or cost optimization through enterprise information solutions, such as master data management, metadata management, business intelligence, content management, data interoperability, analytics, data integration and related information infrastructure components. Focus on the high level information repositories and information flows that will meet the requirements of the business strategies and business processes. Provide guidance to BI Analyst and Engineers. Job Requirements A solid understanding of data architectural principles and patterns. A sound understanding of data fundamentals, including conceptual modelling, database design and database management. A sound understanding of data management principles including data quality assurance and data governance. Experience leading a team of analysts and data engineers. Experience in data analysis and business intelligence. Experience using source code control systems, development and testing tools. Experience implementing enterprise MDM and data integration technologies (Talend, Oracle MDM, Pentaho, etc.). Experience implementing data warehouses and data visualisation technologies. Experience working in an Agile software development environment. Clear, concise communication skills. An honours degree in Computer Science or Information Systems preferred. A desire to get things done. Job Specific Competencies Solution orientated approach. Good understanding of systems, information processing, data integrity and information reporting. Analysis and interpreting information for decision-making. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team. Good stress management and ability to work under pressure.