Data Architect

Requisition ID: 56156 
Position Type: FT Permanent 
Workplace Arrangement:  #LI-Hybrid 

About The Role

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Data Architect to join our Data Engineering Team within the Data Science and Engineering Centre of Expertise at Kerry Group. You will play a critical role in designing and implementing data solutions to satisfy the data needs of all functions across Kerry.

The ideal candidate understands data and is passionate about learning new technologies. You will be a self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity, able to think big (while paying careful attention to detail) and enjoy working in a fast-paced team that will support the Kerry business achieve its strategic growth targets.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the effective design of our data products. You will be able to easily understand the different type of systems that Kerry use and how the data contained therein can be modelled to maximise the value of in the solutions that you design. Performance will be at the forefront of everything that you do to ensure that the final solutions meet the users’ expectations.

Kerry operates a Hybrid working policy, candidates will be required to work from our offices in Naas each week.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop an in-depth understanding of the business processes at Kerry and use a customer-centric approach to design data solutions to improve and support these processes.
• Develop expertise in enterprise data domains, including data relationships, data quality, understanding of business data needs, and associated technology toolsets and methodologies.
• Understand business requirements and ensure that data is organized in a way that facilitates enterprise grade solutions, self-service reporting and analysis and any other solutions that require usage of our enterprise datasets.
• Familiarity with machine learning and AI concepts as they relate to data architecture and knowledge of data security protocols and best practices.
• Consistently strive to provide performant and scalability design, measurement, and optimisation for the data platform, reducing redundancy and ensuring a single version of the truth.
• Develop a strong working relationship with key stakeholders across the business, Digital Services, and the Data Science & Engineering teams, and becoming the focal point for data related topics.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in the area of Data Science, Analytics, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
• Experience in designing complex data solutions with diverse data sources.
• Exposure to data hungry global organisations, with diverse teams, global IT projects.
• Experience using modern data platforms, including Databricks, Snowflake or similar.
• Cross functional experience including but not limited to finance, supply chain, commercial, & HR.
• Understanding of data governance frameworks and best practices.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python.
• Experience with data integration tools and techniques.
• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to align data initiatives with business objectives.

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

Get in touch today!

In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit.  We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

Please note: We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where Kerry terms of business have not been signed. Additionally, we will not consider or agree to payment of any recruiter fee under these circumstances. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Kerry Hiring Managers.

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

Recruiter: #LI-HB2 
Posting Type: LI