Data Architect Head- Emirati Talent

The Department of Community Development is hiring for the position of Section Head of Data Architect-Emirati Talent with Hands-on expertise in Data ArchitectureAbout the Role: Data Architect Head responsible for leading Data Architecture function: data platforms, data models, and data pipelines to ensure alignment with the organization’s data strategy, data architecture, and analytical requirements.ResponsibilitiesThe role oversees the design, development, operation, and continuous improvement of data Architecture: Data platforms, including data warehouses, data lakes, ETL/ELT processes, data catalogues, and data quality platforms.It also ensures effective data integration, automation, and exchange across the social sector to support analytics products, reporting, and priority data use cases.The role is also accountable for maintaining and monitoring data quality across datasets, systems, dashboards, and reports, while ensuring sector entities comply with approved data quality standards and guidelines.In addition, the position contributes to strategic planning, performance monitoring, budget. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related field, Masters preferred.Currently on a supervisory/Lead role managing a team. Minimum 7 years of total full-time experience with hands-on technical expertise in Data Architecture (Medallion data design, data strategy, modern data platform technologies).Required SkillsHands-on experience in modern data platform technologies, cloud data ecosystems, data warehousing, data lakes/lake houses, ETL/ELT tools, data integration platforms, data cataloguing, metadata management, and data quality solutions.Experience with platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, Snowflake, SQL-based data platforms, and enterprise data governance tools would be considered an advantage.