Data Architect

Ramboll Group
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 124K

Job location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Business Systems
Cloud Computing
Cloud Engineering
Data Architecture
Information Engineering
Data Governance
Data Integration
ETL
Data Transformation
Data Security
Data Systems
Data Warehousing
Database Design
Meta-Data Management
Cloud Services
SQL Databases
Data Streaming
Systems Integration
Enterprise Data Management
Data Processing
Snowflake
Generative AI
Data Strategy
Microsoft Fabric
Data Lake
Information Technology
Data Lineage
Data Management
Data Pipelines
Databricks

Job description

join TechnologyArchitecture in Ramboll Tech. You will be workingclosely with the Enterprise architects,Product architects,AI & Digital productschapter.Youwill partner withData product and platform owners andInnovation andDigitalTransformationDirectors-whodrive digitalisation, innovation, and scaling of digital solutions & products across their respective business domains. As our Data Architect, you will play a key role in transforming data into a strategic asset, by ensuring it is well-structured, governed andleveragedeffectively for business growth.Your focus will be on delivering value by shapingdataarchitecture, roadmaps, and solutions that directly address the challenges and opportunities of our businessareas.This role requiresexpertisein modern data management and analysis technologies, alongside a deep understanding of corporate data management best practices. As weoperatein Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC), you can expect a considerable focus onbuildingEngineering data warehouses(EDWH).We are looking for a candidate eager to engage in applying data-centric principles toEDWHtoleveragegenerating valuable business insights. Where you will make an impact: Business needs:Translatecomplex business requirements into robust, scalable, and secure data architectures thatare aligned withenterprise data strategyand data architecture.We want to unlock new revenue streams and optimise operational efficiency,byleveragingourEnterprise Data Architecture to transformourdata into valuable businessassetsandimplement Al-enabledsolutions. Design and implement modern data architectures:Lead the design and implementation of scalable,robustand secure data systems using modern data stack technologies. Ensuredataarchitecture is aligned with businessobjectives. Improve and ensure the overall quality of data, including ease of access and use of data assets. Define information anddataarchitectureas a part of an overall business and technology strategy. Design and implement integration solutions that connect disparate business systems and data sources to ensure seamless data flow across the organisation. Support data platform teams:Work with data platform teams to design and implement operating models that support efficient data processing, integrations, reporting and AI model deployment and execution. Data modelling:Design and develop data models that support business processes,analyticsand reporting requirements. Ensure that data models are optimised for performance and scalability. Technology roadmaps:Actively engage with technology providers to understand critical, data relevant,technology roadmaps. Explore innovative solutions and evaluate their alignment with business goals and enterprise-wide data strategy Key responsibilities: Own and evolve Ramboll Tech's enterprise data architecture, including data principles, target-state models, anddataarchitecturestandards across platforms and products Lead the data architectural designtransforming the data ecosystems into scalable, AI-ready data productsthat drive strategic business value and operational excellence Accountabletoestablish, document, and enforce data architecture standards, data modelling guidelines, and best practices across theorganisation Define andmaintainenterprise and domain data models Shape data products, contracts, and interoperability patterns Guide data platform usage (e.g. DWH /EDWH/Fabric / analytics layers) Ensure that integration points adhere to strict data protection standards across multi-geo environments. Implement frameworks for data lineage, datacataloging, and automated observability to ensure trust and reliability in data pipelines Design and implement integration solutions that connect disparate business systems and data sources to ensure seamless data flow across the organisation. Maintaining repositories forrepresentingthe data elements including the entities, relationships and attributes, the information flows, and business glossary Contribute to architectural governance by reviewingdatarelateddesigns, guiding teams, and ensuring alignment with Ramboll's target architecture. Collaborate closely with data governance teams to embed data quality, security, and compliance (e.g., GDPR) directly intodataintegration pipelines and architectural designs. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders,product owners,data scientists, dataengineerandother SME colleagues in Ramboll Tech, to understand data requirements and deliver solutions that meet business needs. Work withenterprise architects, productarchitects,developersand engineers to operationalisedata architectureand build robust and scalable technology stacks and platforms fordigital andanalyticsolutions Continuously evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies that can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of data engineeringprocessing HOW YOU WILL SUCCEED IN YOUR ROLEKey Qualifications: Education, Bachelor's, Reporting to: Managing Director, UK&I As Google Cloud's premier partner in AI and Data Transformation, we provide world-class businesses with the strategic consulting and technical execution required for cutting-edge data solutions in the cloud. 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Requirements

orMaster's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, Experience: 5+ years of professionalexperience in data architecture, with a strong focus on cloud architecture, dataintegrationand data modelling. Deep understanding of the modern data stack and its components. Previousengagement inestablishingdata architectureand data governance. Experience in leadingdata modelling, database design, data warehousing, master data management, data governance practices.Strong skills in data modelling, ETL processes and data integration, havingworked withdata platform teams. Experience in securing and protection of sensitive information Experience in AEC industry is great to have. Developed data pipelines to extract, transform, and loadengineering platformdata for analysis and reporting. Experiencein implementing decentralized data products within a Data Mesh architecture Proven experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, GCP or AWS. Skills: Exceptionalanalytical andproblem-solving skills with the ability to design innovative solutions to complex data challenges. Data Modelling (Conceptual, Logical, Physical), Data Warehousing, Data Lakes, Data Mesh, Data Governance, Metadata Management, Master Data Management. Skilled in leading the lifecycle ofproduction-grade data products, fromconceptual modelling to deployment and continuous optimization Familiarity with the DAMA Data Management Framework (DAMA-DMBOK) and its application in managing data as a strategic asset Understanding ofengineering platforms and dataintegration withengineeringsystems(Great to have skill) Advanced knowledge of data modelling tools, data lakes, SQL, and pipeline design Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Proficientin Microsoft Fabric platform(Great to have skill) Relevant certifications in cloud technologies are a plus, such as: Data Engineering certifications, Databricks certifications We encourage you to apply even if your profile does not meet all the requirements for the role. We are looking for a diverse range of experiences, skills, and interests to enrich our team. WHAT DEFINES US: CURIOSITY, OPTIMISM, AMBITION, EMPATHY Our teamat Ramboll Tech is currentlyon a steep growth trajectory whilemaintaininga strong teamcultureand delivering solutions to our colleagues and clients. We are curious about other people and their motivations; about new business models and technologies; about each other and the future. We are optimistic, focusing on solutions rather than problems; we plan for success and are willing to take calculated risks instead of playing itsafe. We are ambitious, setting our own standards higher than others' expectations, and we celebrate each other's successes. We are empathetic, taking ourselves, others, and each other seriously without prejudgment, and we help each other and our clients, A leading architecture and consultancy firm is looking for a Data Architect to drive data strategy and architecture transformations across its business. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in data architecture with a solid understanding of cloud solutions,...

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About the company

We'repassionate about using technology to drive sustainability. You too? Join usasa DataArchitect forTechnology Architecture at Ramboll Tech andhelp us become the leading Tech-Enabled Partner for Sustainable Change. We areseekingan experienced and results-drivenDataArchitect to partner with our Architecture, Engineering and Consulting Global Business Areas, who thrives in aligning technology roadmap and strategies with business goals, to drive growth and operational excellence. If you are passionate about collaborating with business leaders to shape strategies and have data-centric mindset, we want to hear from you. Join Ramboll Tech to support the formulation of business strategy, outcomes and capabilities and make your mark in Ramboll Global Business Areas. You will be a part of our exciting digital transformation journey and play an active role in taking our consultancy business to the next level to deliver ambitious optimisations and revenue growth targets!WHAT YOU WILL DO You will, colleagues, and the world. HOW WE WORK AS A TEAM Our team culture is crucial to us;that'swhy we take time daily to exchange ideas and discuss our work priorities. We support each other when facing challenges and fostera strong teamspirit. We aim to learn and grow continuously from one another. We value diversity, and althoughwe'renot perfect, we regularly engage in open discussions about how we can improve in this area. Our current hybrid work approach focuses on adapting todifferent needs, including increased flexibility that works best forour globalteams and individuals, with as much autonomy as possible. ABOUTRAMBOLL Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So,that'swhere we start - and how we work. Our history is rooted ina clear visionof how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll employs more than 18,000 people globally across 35 countries. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, Management Consulting, and Architecture & Landscape. Ramboll Tech /GBAInnovation and Digital Transformationacceleratesinnovation and digital transformation for the entire Ramboll Group/GBAand directs all AI initiatives within the company. We digitally enable and co-create with Ramboll's world-class experts to deliver solutions that drive sustainable change for our clients and society. This includes collaborating with Global Business Areas and Enabling Functions at Ramboll on their digital journey, developing proprietary AI and digital products for Ramboll and our clients, following our product life cycle. Ramboll Tech also works on larger technology projects within Ramboll and provides world-class Technology Operations. Ramboll Tech currently has over300employees globally, with strongholds across Nordics, Germany, the USA, and India. We are looking to quickly expand in key areas across Europe and the globe. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Wedon'trequirea cover letter-just send us your current CV (preferably without a photo) through our application tool, andwe'reeager to get to know you better in a conversation. Application deadline: 07/04/2026- however, we evaluate incoming applications continuously. Do you have any questions? Feel free to contactFlorence Henriet on flhn@ramboll.com Join us in closing the gap to a sustainable future: Find out what it means to work at the heart of sustainable change. Explore how our colleagues have turned their passion into their profession. Let's close the gap - talent video - September 2024Let's close the gap - talent video - September 2024Let's close the gap - talent video - September 20240:33 Share "Let's close the gap - talent video - September 2024"Share from current time 00:00 0:00 I'm an early career talent Early career talents are individuals who are currently studying at university, have recently graduated or who have a couple of years of PG work experience. I'm an experienced professional Experienced professionals are those who have anywhere from a few years to many decades of workexperience. 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