Melbourne | 6-Month Contract (possible of extension) | 4 days on-site
We're partnered with a leading enterprise organization undergoing a major business and technology transformation. They are seeking an experienced Data Architect to support the deployment of a new core operational system and its impact on the enterprise data platform.
This role will be instrumental in designing data solutions, managing data model changes, and ensuring business-critical reporting and analytics continue seamlessly throughout a dual-run transition period. It's an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex data challenges, working across multiple stakeholders, and shaping enterprise-scale data architecture.
What you'll be doing:
Solution Design & Architect ure
- Review and validate Salesforce integration design , specifically: Visibility and integration of a custom-built construction Job Notes application
- Define data flow architecture into Snowflake , including End-to-end ingestion patterns, transformation logic and orchestration, and alignment with existing platform architecture
- Define how data hierarchy changes will be: Modelled in the target state, Managed during the interim (dual run) state
- Lead updates to data mastering strategy , including Identification of system(s) of record (masters vs. downstream/slave systems) for key data objects, Alignment of mastering approach with Snowflake data structure and ingestion
- Assess and design for dual-run impacts , including Data duplication, reconciliation, and lineage considerations, and Maintaining business-as-usual reporting continuity
- Analyze and document operational impacts on: Snowflake pipelines and ingestion jobs, Batch vs streaming processes, Scheduling, performance, and cost considerations
- Perform detailed data analysis across multiple systems
- Identify: Data dependencies, Transformation impacts, and Risks to reporting and downstream consumers
- Provide clear recommendations and mitigation strategies
- Strong Data Analysis skills (able to navigate complex multi-system environments)
- Proven Solution Architecture experience in data platforms
- Advanced Data Modelling (conceptual, logical, and physical)
- 3–5+ years in Data Architecture roles (or broader experience with strong architectural accountability)
- Hands-on experience with: Snowflake (essential), Data ingestion pipelines and transformation design
- Experience with: Fivetran (preferred), Azure / Azure Integration Services (AIS) (preferred), Experience in enterprise-scale, multi-system environments, Exposure to transformation / migration / dual-run scenarios highly desirable
- Comfortable working in ambiguity and evolving requirements
- Pragmatic and delivery-focused (able to balance ideal architecture with real-world constraints)
- Experience in construction, ERP transformation, or complex operational environments is advantageous
If this sounds like the right fit, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.
