Senior Data Architect

Job Title - Senior Data Architect

Location - Edmonton, AB, Canada – (Remote)

Employment Type - Contract

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Data Architect to support enterprise-level data initiatives, enabling scalable, secure, and high-performing data platforms within a complex government ecosystem.

This role focuses on designing and governing modern data architectures, data platforms, and data products aligned with enterprise strategy, while driving innovation across analytics, AI/ML, and data integration frameworks. The ideal candidate will play a key role in building a data-driven organization by enabling high-quality, reusable, and interoperable data solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Strategy Leadership

• Define and implement enterprise data architecture, models, and standards

• Translate business objectives into scalable data architecture solutions

• Lead architecture design across data platforms, integrations, and analytics ecosystems

Data Platform & Product Enablement

• Design and deliver data platforms, pipelines, and reusable data products

• Implement Data Fabric / Data Mesh architectures for enterprise data access

• Establish frameworks for data quality, metadata management, and governance

• Support development of AI/ML-ready data environments and advanced analytics solutions

Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory

• Lead workshops and collaborate with stakeholders to define business and technical requirements

• Communicate complex data concepts to technical and non-technical audiences

• Provide strategic recommendations and support executive-level decision-making

Governance, Security & Compliance

• Define and enforce data governance, privacy, and security standards

• Ensure compliance with enterprise policies and regulatory requirements

• Implement data classification, anonymization, and audit controls

Delivery & Collaboration

• Work closely with architects, engineers, and data teams to ensure consistent architecture delivery

• Review and optimize data models, pipelines, and system performance

• Support end-to-end delivery including design, development, and deployment

Mandatory Skills & Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Business, IT, or related field OR equivalent experience (10+ years as Data Architect)

• 12+ years of experience in data architecture, data integration, and platform design

• 12+ years of experience designing and implementing enterprise data solutions across multiple systems

• Strong experience across architecture domains (data, application, business, security, technology)

• Proven expertise in data modeling, business process translation, and system design

• Experience working with cloud data platforms (Azure, Snowflake, etc.)

• Strong experience with data governance, quality, lineage, and lifecycle management

• Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex data concepts to stakeholders

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Data Fabric / Data Mesh architectures and Big Data platforms (e.g., Cloudera)

• Hands-on experience with AI/ML pipelines, MLOps, and advanced analytics architectures

• Experience delivering scalable data products (APIs, datasets, semantic layers)

• Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, Gartner)

• Experience in public sector environments

• Strong background in data security, privacy, anonymization, and Responsible AI practices

• Experience developing data strategy, governance frameworks, and technology roadmaps

Work Environment & Requirements

• Fully remote role (must work from within Canada)

• Occasional onsite meetings in Edmonton, AB (at own expense if required)

• Standard working hours: 08:15 AM – 04:30 PM (Alberta Time)

• Candidate must provide own equipment compatible with secure remote access

• Mandatory background check required

Deliverables & Expectations

• Enterprise data architecture designs and models

• Data platform and data product design artifacts

• Proof-of-concept implementations and technical recommendations

• Regular status reporting (weekly/monthly)

• Contribution to data strategy, governance, and modernization initiatives

Why Join Us

• Work on large-scale enterprise data transformation initiatives

• Exposure to modern cloud, AI/ML, and data platform technologies

• Opportunity to influence data strategy at a government level

• Collaborative, high-impact environment with cross-functional teams

About NetworkPedia

NetworkPedia is a certified women-owned technology and talent solutions company, providing IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, managed services, and specialized recruitment across North Americas and beyond. Our mission is to empower organizations with secure, scalable, and innovative technology while building inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve.

As a trusted partner, we deliver expertise across networking, cloud, IT service management, and security operations, along with staffing solutions for niche technology roles. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all our hiring practices and ensure that our opportunities are open to all qualified applicants, without discrimination on the basis of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.

How to Apply

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