Data Architect

About This Role

Developing a future-proof data architecture and ensuring the coherence of data, people, processes, and technology are the core of this role. The Data Architect translates organizational objectives into a robust architecture, providing strategic advice and concrete direction to teams and projects. This position suits an analytical and strategic professional who can make complex issues understandable and guide colleagues through changes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the data strategy, roadmap, and architectural frameworks for data and the data platform
• Provide direction for data governance, data quality, security, and responsible data usage
• Translate organizational objectives into data operating models and guide data management teams
• Advise management, consultants, and specialists on complex data issues
• Contribute to projects, portfolio choices, and decision-making on changes
• Strengthen the architecture function and coordinate with other architects and consultants
• Increase data literacy and connect different domains within the organization

Requirements

• Completed HBO or university education
• Minimum of five years of experience with architecture at a tactical and strategic level, preferably within a governmental organization
• Knowledge of various data modeling methods and techniques
• Eye for data quality, ethics, and risks in data applications
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with management, consultants, and technical specialists

Benefits

• Deta-vast construction, with takeover by the client after one calendar year
• Hybrid work
• Choice budget, including holiday pay, of 21% of your gross annual salary
• Travel allowance of
• Home office allowance and workplace allowance
• Development budget of
• Opportunity to further shape data architecture and strategically contribute to digital transformation
• Collaboration with experienced architects, consultants, and data specialists

Important Details

• Schedule: based on 36 hours per week
• Application deadline: October 19, 2026, 10:00

Application Process

• Intake interviews will take place on October 26 in the afternoon

About the Company

This organization addresses societal challenges in water management, sustainability, and climate adaptation. Reliable data and smart digital solutions play an increasingly important role in their work. They have established a data strategy and implemented a modern data platform.