Senior Data Architect: Governance, Cloud & Risk Analytics

A prominent financial institution in Johannesburg is looking for an experienced Data Architect to develop robust data architectures that comply with governance standards. The successful candidate will need a Bachelor's degree and 6-8 years in data architecture, demonstrating excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical teams. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring high-quality, timely data aggregation and supports advanced analytics initiatives within a company-wide framework. Key responsibilities include: • Designing and implementing scalable data architectures that meet business requirements and comply with regulatory standards. • Collaborating with stakeholders to develop data governance policies and procedures. • Developing and maintaining data quality metrics and reporting dashboards. • Providing technical guidance and support to data analysts and scientists. • Staying up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in the field of data architecture. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cloud-based data platforms, such as AWS or Azure, and experience working with big data tools like Hadoop, Spark, or NoSQL databases. Additionally, proficiency in programming languages like Python, R, or SQL is required. A certification in data science or architecture would be an asset. In return for your expertise, you will receive a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development within a dynamic organization.