About the Opportunity We have an exciting contract opportunity for a seasoned Principal Enterprise Data Architect to join a Federal Government agency undergoing a significant transformation of its data and technology environments.
This is a high-impact role where you'll lead the design and implementation of an enterprise-wide Data Ecosystem, helping evolve the agency from legacy systems towards a modern, future-ready target state.
You'll work within an established Architecture practice alongside Enterprise, Information, Solution and Cyber Security Architects to shape the agency's data strategy from the ground up.
Please note: This role requires the ability to obtain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance .
Australian citizenship is mandatory.
The Role As the Principal Enterprise Data Architect, you will lead the design and implementation of the agency's enterprise-wide Data Ecosystem.
Key responsibilities include: Develop and maintain a modern data architecture strategy and blueprint aligned to the agency's goals and objectives Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into robust data architecture solutions Design and implement data models, schemas and databases to support storage, retrieval and analysis Establish streamlined, governed processes for the development of data environments and models Define architectural standards,



policies and procedures to ensure data quality, security and compliance with whole-of-government requirements Evaluate and select appropriate technology platforms, connectors and tools for data processing, storage and integration What You'll Bring Essential: Proven experience as a Data Architect, ideally with enterprise-wide ecosystem design and strategy experience Strong data modelling skills, including industry-standard notation approaches Deep understanding of relational and non-relational databases, data warehousing and big data technologies Robust knowledge of modern cloud-based data architecture approaches including Lambda and Kappa architecture, data mesh, data fabric, API connectors and orchestration Experience developing and embedding data architectural principles and governance practices Desirable: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field Familiarity with Australian Government whole-of-government ICT requirements Experience in the financial or payments sector with transaction data If you're an experienced Enterprise Data Architect ready to make a real impact within the Federal Government, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Principal Data Architect (New South Wales)
🏢 Ethos BeathChapman
📍 New South Wales