Lead Data Architect

Data Architects design, create, deploy and manage the way data will be structured, stored, used, integrated and managed in IT systems. Senior Data Solution Architects translate business and technical requirements into secure, integrated ICT solutions. They lead solution architecture design, ensuring alignment with enterprise and domain architectures, standards and strategic direction. Working with substantial autonomy, they assess technical options, risks and architectural exceptions, provide specialist advice and support governance decisions. They collaborate with stakeholders, guide solution delivery and build internal capability through knowledge transfer and reusable architecture artefacts. Key duties and responsibilities Duties may include some or all of the following: Lead the design of conceptual, logical and end-to-end data, integration and ICT architectures that align with business objectives, enterprise standards, strategic priorities and service delivery outcomes. Analyse business and technical requirements, identify capability gaps, assess emerging technologies and develop architecture options and recommendations that inform technology strategy and investment decisions. Lead architecture analysis, design, integration and migration activities across complex programs and initiatives, ensuring alignment across business processes, systems and delivery outcomes. Develop architecture artefacts, options, recommendations and technical advice to support executive decision-making, governance processes and program delivery. Identify, communicate and manage complex technical risks, issues, dependencies and interrelationships, applying sound judgement in ambiguous and evolving environments. Build and maintain productive relationships with business areas, ICT delivery teams, vendors, government agencies and external partners to influence outcomes and achieve organisational objectives. Present architecture recommendations, risks and implications to executives, governance forums and stakeholders, facilitating informed decisions and consensus across diverse groups. Represent the organisation in internal and external forums, providing authoritative architecture expertise and influencing strategic outcomes. Promote innovation, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing while building architecture capability through leadership, mentoring and technical guidance. Think strategically and develop long-term architecture plans that balance business needs, technology opportunities, organisational priorities and risk considerations. Qualifications and Experience Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-scale data, integration, solution or enterprise architecture activities within large and complex organisations. Demonstrated experience providing strategic technical advice and influencing architecture decisions at senior executive and governance levels. Desirable Relevant industry certifications such as TOGAF, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, SAFe, or equivalent architecture and technology certifications. Experience working within Australian Government or other highly regulated environments. Knowledge of contemporary data architecture, analytics, artificial intelligence and cloud-native technology practices. Criteria The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a one page pitch to address all criteria specified. This is equal to 5000 characters. Essential criteria 1. Demonstrated experience in enterprise, solution, data and integration architecture, including the design and governance of complex end-to-end ICT solutions. Desirable criteria 1. Relevant architecture, cloud or industry certifications (such as TOGAF, Azure, AWS or equivalent) are highly desirable. 2. Understanding of Australian Government and ICT governance requirements, including security, privacy, risk and information management obligations. 3. Proven ability to analyse business and technical requirements, identify capability gaps and develop architecture options that support strategic and operational objectives. 4. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience clearly presenting architectural advice and recommendations to senior stakeholders, governance bodies and executive forums. Demonstrated knowledge of architecture frameworks, standards, governance practices and contemporary technology trends. Demonstrated experience developing, reviewing and governing architecture artefacts, patterns, standards and technical documentation. Proven ability to resolve complex, sensitive and high-risk technical issues through sound judgement, risk management and evidence-based decision making. Relevant tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience. Opportunity summary Sellers can submit Up to 2 candidates Number of sellers invited More than 10 Number of candidates submitted Fewer than 10 RFQ closing time 02 Weeks 00 Days 00 Hours Send us feedback About Accessibility Privacy Terms of use Disclaimer and copyright An initiative of the Digital Transformation Agency The Australian Government acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and acknowledges their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past and present. © Commonwealth of Australia