Data Solutions Architect
Applications Solutions Architect
Permanent position - Hybrid working environment (2 days in-office per week)
We are seeking a Data Solution Architect OR Applications Solutions Architect with a focus on Corporate Business Applications rather than Infrastructure. The suitable candidate will have a mixture of business and Technical skills and experience in integrating data & applications, for a permanent position within this financial services enterprise.
The organisation is undergoing an enterprise-wise Digital Transformation Programme, building data & applications solutions that will bring an enhanced customer experience and the ability to provide improved capabilities around the use of data, data analytics and business intelligence internally.
While the position can be described as a Techno-functional type of role, the focus is more on bringing the technical skills/technical understanding of solutions - API Integration, DataBricks Implementation, DataLakes and similar technologies, preferably with experience of working on a Digital transformation programme previously.
We are seeking someone who is able to define & implement a data strategy for the enterprise, including data integration for enterprise applications and ERP Software Applications eg. SAP, Oracle Applications, Business Intelligence and Financial applications.
Reporting directly into the Head of Applications & Change Management, you should be able to work comfortably having previous experience in solutioning, integrating data / data integration in conjunction with Applications API integration. Essentially we are seeking an experienced Data Solutions Architect or Technical Business Systems Analyst with a background in Data & Applications Data Integration coupled with a knowledge of large enterprise applications.
Experience & skills required:
1. A track record as a Solutions Architect or Data / Business Specialist, Applications Consultant or similar with expertise of data integration
2. Proven expertise in Applications integration and Data integration within enterprise environments
3. A proven ability to create and implement a defined Data strategy
4. Understanding of distributed application design patterns, producing design diagrams and documenting standards
5. Experience in engaging with 3rd party vendor technical teams, building or deploying complex applications, as well as integrating enterprise applications
6. Good stakeholder engagement skills, interfacing between Technical teams & Business Unit Managers
7. Any SAP or Financial services applications or domain knowledge is also desirable
8. Experience in any modern data stack technologies a significant plus: Databricks, Data lakes, Snowflake, etc.
Salary + benefits Package
(Please note that the salary, while flexible, is guiding in the €65 -80K range.)
Location: Dublin City centre
Please note that you MUST have EU/EEA/UK citizenship or hold a current valid work visa for Ireland. NO Sponsorship considered.
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