Data Architect

Contributes to shaping data architecture, modern data platform capabilities, and reporting frameworks by engaging with technical architects and data leadership to inform current and future state data ecosystems.

Monitors emerging architecture, platform technologies and analytic techniques and applies this knowledge to inform architectural recommendations, support platform evolution and educate the Data Office, IT, and business teams.

Develops and maintains architectural frameworks and performance metrics to monitor data platform usage and enable proactive optimization of data accessibility, reporting performance, and analytics capabilities.

Recommends and supports proof-of-concept and pilot initiatives to evaluate new technologies and architectural approaches. Participates in architecture and governance meetings to ensure alignment of data platform direction with organizational standards and requirements.

Collaborates with business and technology subject-matter experts to design representative and effective data architectures, reporting ecosystems, and data integration patterns.

Develops role-based learning content aligned to the data education strategy by interpreting data platform architecture, standards, and patterns, and incorporating supporting reference implementations, guidance, and governance alignment.

Aligns architecture patterns, data models, and integration approaches to enable scalable, composable data platforms supporting analytics, artificial Intelligence and machine Learning (AI/ML), and enterprise reporting across cloud environments.

Contributes technical expertise during Request for Proposal (RFP) processes by assisting in the development of technical RFP requirements and participating in the evaluation of RFP responses and recommendations.

Ensures data solutions are implemented across data platforms in alignment with approved data architecture standards and integration patterns.

Defines and ensures the delivery of end-to-end data solutions including data models, semantic layers, data pipelines, and reporting architectures that enable reliable data consumption for business intelligence, analytics, and AI use cases.

Identifies technology interactions and dependencies across systems, data platforms and reporting tools that impact integration, performance, scalability and compatibility.

Conducts research and provides recommendations for data architecture and solution delivery of the enterprise data platform and reporting ecosystem.

Ensures solutions follow security policies and comply with established enterprise architecture principles.

Partners with IT and Data Office teams on enterprise-wide data initiatives, platform enhancements, and production support to ensure reliability, performance, and operational stability of data and reporting solutions.

Actively contributes to and supports a culture of a high performing workforce.

Participates in divisional succession plans, ensuring ongoing professional and career development and supports development in others.

Supports a culture of leadership and accountability to effectively deliver on strategic and corporate strategies.

Is actively committed to leadership development across the company, supporting team and workforce readiness through mentoring, training and developmental opportunities.

Enables the success of programs and policies that are in alignment with corporate, strategic and divisional strategies.

Manages risk in area of authority.

Ensures that the Health, Safety and Emergency Management Policy is applied in area of responsibility.

Education and Experience

Four-year degree from an accredited post-secondary education institution in a relevant field of study, such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics & Applied Science, Engineering, or defined equivalency.

Certification in a recognized data management or architecture discipline (e.g., CDMP, TOGAF, Data Vault).

Six years’ experience in data architecture, modeling, or related technology roles with experience in Azure or cloud-based data platforms, enterprise data solutions, and data integration initiatives.

Accountability - Enables Performance Across Teams/Business Units

Business Acumen - Formulates Departmental/Divisional Plans in Relation to Internal and External Environment

Change Agility - Defines Areas for Change and Follows Through

Leadership - Leads the Department/Division

At SGI, we are committed to a workplace where people feel respected, valued, and able to contribute fully. Through fair, consistent, and transparent people practices, we attract skilled talent with varied lived experiences and offer meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a strong sense of belonging. Our commitment to reconciliation includes inclusive hiring practices that create meaningful opportunities for Indigenous peoples and support a workforce reflective of the communities we serve. Join us in building a culture where contributions are valued and shared success is shaped by our people.

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