Data Architect Principal Specialist

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Job Description Summary

The Data Architect will play a pivotal role in operationalizing critical data and analytics initiatives for Amadeus business’s strategic data needs. 
This role will be responsible for designing, creating, deploying and managing the company’s data architecture as per the DAMA framework guidelines.

Service Delivery

• Conduct data architecture assessments and develop high-level integrated designs to meet strategic data requirements, aligning with company strategy and associated architecture of business applications.

• Design and implement effective data cartographies, dictionaries and models to document company data in coordination with the Amadeus Data Office.

• Assess database implementation procedures to ensure data quality and the effective use of information. Making sure data processes comply with internal and external regulations.

• Oversee the migration of data from legacy systems to new solutions.

• Participate in enterprise architecture assessments related to solutions aiming at improving new and existing database systems.

• Collaborate with transformation data-related projects to ensure compliance with data architecture standards and organisational goals.

• Promote the data architecture framework across the organisation. Working on the adoption of policies and best practices by the different units and stakeholders involved.

Service Strategy and Evolution

• Develop and maintain comprehensive data architecture standards, guidelines and policies aligned with the DAMA framework.

• Asses innovation with a continuous improvement mindset. Reviewing and updating regularly the data architecture processes to adapt them to changing needs and technologies.

Team Engagement

• Provide expertise and guidance on data architecture strategy, methodologies and best practices.

• Coach and train team members on data architecture principles and the DAMA framework.

Diversity & Inclusion

Amadeus aspires to be a leader in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the tech industry, enabling every employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment, attracting the best talent from all backgrounds, and as a role model for an inclusive employee experience.  

Amadeus is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, beliefs, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.