Data Architect

We are looking for a Data Architect (f/m/d) to define and govern the architecture of our modern data platform. The role focuses on establishing technical standards, data governance, and architectural guidelines, while working closely with external consulting partners and internal engineering teams to ensure high-quality implementation. A key objective of the role is ensuring that enterprise data is structured and governed to support advanced AI use cases, particularly Generative AI, Agentic AI, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) applications. How You'll Make an Impact

• Define and maintain the architecture and standards for the enterprise data platform
• Establish and enforce data governance, development guidelines, and quality standards
• Provide architectural oversight for data pipelines, models, and integrations delivered by external consultants
• Review and validate implementations to ensure alignment with architectural principles and best practices
• Support the creation of reliable data foundations for GenAI, Agentic AI, and RAG use cases
• Promote modern engineering practices, including version control and CI/CD

• Experience in data architecture or senior data engineering within modern cloud data platforms
• Strong expertise in SQL, Snowflake, and data modeling frameworks (e.g., dbt)
• Solid Python skills for data processing, automation, or platform tooling
• Experience with API integrations, data streaming architectures, and cloud platforms (preferably AWS)
• Understanding of SAP data structures in Supply Chain Management divison, SAP MM (SAP FI knowledge is an advantage)
• Experience establishing data governance frameworks and guiding external delivery teams

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100.000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation. Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo Our Commitment to Diversity Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character - no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences. Rewards/Benefits * Opportunity to shape the architecture and governance of a modern enterprise data platform * Involvement in enabling GenAI, Agentic AI, and RAG-driven enterprise solutions * Collaboration with data engineers, AI specialists, and business stakeholders * In addition to an attractive remuneration package in line with the market, you can expect an attractive employer-financed company pension scheme * We also offer the opportunity to become a Siemens Energy shareholder * We offer our employees the opportunity to work flexibly and remotely, and our inspiring offices provide space for collaboration and creativity * The professional and personal development of our employees is very important to us. We provide them with the opportunities to learn and develop in a self-determined way, various attractive programmes and learning materials are available for this purpose * In relation to the "compatibility of family and work", we have a wide range of offers, e.g. flexible working time models, childcare places at many locations, the possibility of trial part-time work or even a sabbatical