IT Data Architect

As part of our growth strategy, we are seeking a highly skilled IT Data Architect to join our dynamic team. The role is part of the Enterprise Architecture team. The newly created Ice Cream Technology function will drive the technology set-up, standalone design and implementation of all required technology capabilities to enable Unilever’s Ice Cream business to become a fully functioning standalone company, separate from Unilever.

The IT Data Architect is responsible for designing and managing centralised, end-to-end architecture solutions. This role involves determining strategic data and AI requirements, ensuring they are scalable and aligned with business objectives. The IT Data Architect collaborates with various stakeholders to gather requirements and provides technical leadership as needed.

The successful candidate will be one that has significant IT expertise with a proven record of leading large-scale transformations and has a passion for building world class IT standards, environments and E2E tech architecture that make a meaningful impact., * Data Solutions: Designing data architecture solutions that are in line with long-term business objectives.

• Data Infrastructure: Designing data infrastructure that supports complex data analytics services.
• AI Design: Evaluate and architect scalable AI solutions that integrate seamlessly with business and IT infrastructure.
• Data Management: Develop data management strategies and policies.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all data architecture.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and direction to development teams, promoting best practices and standards, to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
• Collaboration: Work closely with stakeholders, including developers, operations, and business teams, to gather requirements and ensure alignment with architectural standards.
• Performance Optimization: Ensure Data and AI solutions deliver benefits and are optimized for performance.
• Innovation: Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, and evaluate their potential impact on the organization.

• Education: Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in data architecture, with a proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale data and AI solutions.
• Technical Skills:
• Expertise in SQL, Oracle and data visualization tools.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and Java.
• Experience in AI, machine learning and data science.
• Familiarity with AI frameworks.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and services, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as TOGAF, AWS Certified Data Engineer, AWS Certified Machine Learning, Azure Data Engineer Associate or Azure AI Fundamentals are highly desirable.

LEADERSHIP:

• Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors:
• PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Has emotional intelligence to take feedback, manage mood and motivations, and build empathy for others.
• PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Generates intensity and focus to motivate people to deliver results at speed. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results.
• CONSUMER LOVE: Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.
• BUSINESS ACUMEN: Creates sustainable growth with purpose, engaging different partners across the system for change.

If you are in the Unilever Ice Cream business or consider choosing to work for the Unilever Ice Cream business, you will work for the Global, leading Ice Cream player with €7.9bn Turn Over in 2023. The Ice Cream business is operating in a highly attractive category, as we are part of the 1 trillion snacking and refreshment industry, growing consistently at high pace. We have strong brands equities: 5 of top 10 selling brands including Wall’s, Magnum, Ben & Jerry’s. We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of Ice Cream as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen by November 2025.

Ice Cream has distinct characteristics from Unilever’s other operating businesses and the growth potential of Ice Cream will be better delivered under a different ownership structure. As Ice Cream company we are committed to developing and nurturing talent within our Ice Cream company. You will have ample options for career growth and exploration, allowing you for you to explore roles and opportunities across the new organisation. Your career development will be a priority for us, and we are dedicated to supporting your growth journey within the new company. We hope that you will want to build the new chapter of our Ice Cream history together with us.

ABOUT ICE CREAM: Life Tastes Better With Ice Cream

Unilever Ice Cream is the largest global Ice Cream Company in the world, with over 100 years of experience delivering a diverse range of indulgent, yet responsible, craft food experiences and treats delighting consumers. Committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability we have 35 brands, including 3 one billion Euro brands (Magnum, Wall’s, Ben & Jerry’s), a strong presence in over 60 countries, generating annual revenue of over $8 billion. All brands are driven to transform moments into memories through indulgent yet responsibly made and marketed products. We have a well-developed strategy to deliver growth and value creation which is clear on where to play and how to win.

We turn the ordinary into the extraordinary by designing unique and innovative Ice Cream experiences that make life taste better, creating joyful experiences. In our Ice Cream business, we’re crafting the future through innovation and imaginative minds, creating unique products. We spark moments of happiness for people and within the communities where we operate. However, it is not as simple as it may seem. As Ice Cream makers we are serious about happiness. With warm hearts, we create the coolest products.