Data Architect

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in data management focus on organising and maintaining data to enable accuracy and accessibility for effective decision-making. These individuals handle data governance, quality control, and data integration to support business operations.

In data architecture at PwC, you will focus on designing and implementing the structure and organisation of data assets within the organisation. Your work will involve developing data models, defining data standards, and establishing data integration frameworks. You will assist in confirming that data is stored, accessed, and utilised efficiently, enabling seamless data flow across systems and supporting effective data management practices.

Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team member’s unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our Firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Analyse and identify the linkages and interactions between the component parts of an entire system.
• Take ownership of projects, ensuring their successful planning, budgeting, execution, and completion.
• Partner with team leadership to ensure collective ownership of quality, timelines, and deliverables.
• Develop skills outside your comfort zone, and encourage others to do the same.
• Effectively mentor others.
• Use the review of work as an opportunity to deepen the expertise of team members.
• Address conflicts or issues, engaging in difficult conversations with clients, team members and other stakeholders, escalating where appropriate.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Role Summary:

 

A career in our Cloud and Digital practice, within Consulting Services, where you'll work with clients to define their vision and plan how to get there.  We work with some of the world's largest and most complex companies to understand their unique business issues and opportunities in an ever-changing environment. We deliver the technological solutions organisations need to compete, grow and build a lasting legacy of improvement and performance, partnering with best-in-class technologies and solution sets.  

 

In joining us, you'll help our clients understand and evolve the way they align Digital with their business strategy, create integrated end to end solutions, and use enterprise applications to solve complex business problems

 

PwC is looking for a Data Architect to join our Cloud & Digital practice.  The ideal candidate would have a technical background and 4+ years proven experience in technology enabled business transformation projects and programmes

Qualifications / Certifications required:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field and / or Certifications such as:

• AWS Certified Data Analytics – Specialty3

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate3

• Google Professional Data Engineer3

• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)4

• IBM Certified Data Architect – Big Data3

Experience required:

• 5-7 years of experience in data architecture, data management, or related fields

• Proven track record of designing and implementing complex data systems

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud

• Strong background in data modeling, database design, and data warehousing

• Experience with ETL processes and data integration

• Familiarity with data governance and data quality practices.

Responsibilities of role:

• Design and develop data architectures to meet business requirements

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define data strategies and solutions

• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with regulatory standards

• Oversee data migrations and integration projects

• Optimize data systems for performance and scalability

• Document and maintain data architecture models and guidelines

• Mentor and support junior data architects and data engineers.

Skill sets required:

• Technical Proficiency: Deep understanding of database design principles, data modeling, and data warehousing

• Cloud Platforms: Expertise in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud

• Data Integration: Experience with ETL processes and data integration techniques

• Data Governance: Knowledge of data governance, data quality, and regulatory compliance

• Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills5

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders

• Leadership: Ability to lead and mentor teams, providing technical guidance and support

• Adaptability: Willingness to stay updated with the latest data technologies and adapt to new challenges.

 

* Industry experience required:

Financial Services and Banking

Agencies please note: This recruitment assignment is being managed directly by PwC’s Talent Acquisition team. We will reach out to our preferred agency partners in the rare instance we require additional talent options. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s received will be treated as a direct application. Your respect for this process is appreciated

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Job Posting End Date

April 21, 2025