Data architect Jobs in Markham, ON

Design and document enterprise-level data models, data flows, and integration patterns to support operational and analytical needs.

Develop technical specifications and architectural designs for data storage, processing, and access across distributed systems.

Ensure data architecture supports scalability, performance optimization, and interoperability across platforms.

Define and enforce architectural standards and best practices for data modeling, transformation, and consumption.

Provide architectural guidance to other members of the IT organization, ensuring alignment with business and technical requirements.

Lead architectural reviews and design sessions to ensure consistency and quality across data initiatives.

Governance & Stewardship

Establish and operationalize a data governance framework, including policies, roles, and processes for data quality and lifecycle management.

Define and implement data stewardship models with clear accountability for data ownership and maintenance.

Develop and enforce data access controls, encryption, and masking policies to ensure data privacy and security.

Collaborate with infosec, privacy and legal teams to align governance practices with applicable regulatory and policy requirements.

Create and maintain metadata standards, classification schemes, and retention policies to support discoverability and responsible data use.

Collaboration & Leadership

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other members of the IT organization.

Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into architectural solutions.

Guide the development of data management practices, including retention, archiving, and backup strategies.

Promote data literacy and best practices across teams through training, documentation, and enablement.

Support change management efforts by contributing to communication plans and stakeholder engagement strategies.

What you must have :

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Data Management, or a related field

Microsoft Azure, CDMA, TOGAF or ITIL certifications

10 years of experience in data architecture, data governance, or enterprise data management roles

Demonstrated experience designing and implementing data models, governance frameworks, and architectural standards in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

Proven ability to lead data initiatives in ambiguous or evolving organizational contexts.

Strong understanding of enterprise data modeling (conceptual, logical, and physical), metadata management, and data lifecycle practices.

Experience designing data architectures that support both operational and analytical workloads.

Proficiency with Microsoft data technologies, including data modeling and integration within the Microsoft ecosystem (e.g., SQL Server, Power BI, Microsoft Purview).

Hands-on experience with cloud-based data platforms, particularly Microsoft Azure (e.g., data lakes, data factories, storage, and analytics services).

Knowledge of data security and privacy practices, including encryption, masking, and role-based access control.

Familiarity with data integration and orchestration tools, preferably within Microsoft or comparable cloud environments.

Ability to provide technical leadership and mentorship to cross-functional teams.

Skilled in facilitating architectural discussions, design reviews, and governance workshops.

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate complex data concepts into business-relevant language.

Experience working with legal, compliance, and privacy teams to align data practices with regulatory requirements.

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