Data Solution Architect

Data Solution Architect

TransLink is dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace, recognizing the unique value and skills every individual brings.

Responsibilities

• Designs, implements and maintains customized data warehouse, business intelligence and analytics (DW / BI&A) technical solutions for clients by focusing on architecture-level decisions and analysis of their impact on the overall business goals and outcomes.
• Maintains and develops a scalable enterprise DW / BI&A data architecture, following best practices and Enterprise standards, balancing immediate short-term and long-term benefits.
• Consults and collaborates with business and technology stakeholders on data management and data architecture strategies, governance, practices and policies, so data can be leveraged as a strategic asset for decision making and innovation.
• Leads the definition of Enterprise standards and adoption of best practices for DW / BI&A solution design and development and data architecture.
• Collaborates with development and support teams to plan and implement DW / BI&A solutions.
• Performs quality assurance and acceptance of technical project deliverables.
• Provides technical leadership to the enterprise with regards to DW / BI&A program strategy, planning and decision making, advising on buy versus build, and outsource versus insource.
• Provides input on the dependency and sequencing of projects.
• Works with BI & Analytics management in maintaining technology and product roadmaps to judiciously manage the DW / BI&A platforms and solutions, managing technical debt, anticipating future needs and optimizing total cost of ownership.
• Works with Enterprise Architects, Solution Architects, Security Architects and Data Architects to contribute to technology architecture standards, practices, plans and governance.
• Stays abreast on new techniques, technologies and industry trends, leading the team toward modern practices and techniques; establishes and participates in design reviews, regular or ad‑hoc architectural reviews ensuring correct interpretation of the data architecture framework.

Qualifications

Other Requirements –

Equal Employment Opportunity

TransLink is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at jobs@translink.ca.

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