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Building better and safer isn’t a slogan, but the way we show up in the world. It’s how we make sure technology speaks not only in code, but with meaning: better technologies, better ways of working, and more inclusive communities. We align with what matters for people and for the planet, actively nurturing it to be better and safer. At the centre, it’s our people who power everything we do. It’s their talent, drive and different ways of thinking that keep us moving forward, pushing the limits of what’s possible.

We are currently seeking a visionary Senior Data Architect to lead the design of
- grade data platforms that drive innovation and operational excellence.

What do we expect from you?

• Architecture Design: Define and implement data architecture strategies that support analytics, AI, and business intelligence.
• Enterprise Integration: Lead data integration across systems, ensuring consistency and interoperability.
• Governance & Compliance: Establish data governance frameworks and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Technology Leadership: Evaluate and recommend technologies to enhance data capabilities.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with technical and business leaders to align data architecture with organizational goals.

What makes you a good candidate for this role?

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Experience: 8+ years in data architecture, with experience in enterprise environments.
• Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of data modeling, metadata management, cloud data platforms, and security.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate business needs into scalable data solutions.
• Language Skills: Fluent in English.

Critical Software Provides

• Work that fits your life, not the other way around
• Offices designed to make you feel like you belong
• A team that knows how to work hard, but also how to have fun
• Pay that makes you feel valued, plus
  - based rewards
• Your growth is our priority: training, support, and opportunities!

Plus, Perks With Purpose

• Private Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Home Office Support
• Extra Holidays
• Extra Parental Leave
• Flex-time
• Gradual Return to Work Support
• Away From Keyboard - Sabbatical programme

Every day we embrace new missions across industries as diverse as aerospace, space, defence, transport, telecoms, government, energy, finance and healthcare. Now, the real question is: are you ready to join us and help make the world a better and safer place?

Critical Software is proud to be a Benefit Corporation. A Benefit Corporation differs from a standard corporation (C-Corporation): It is a
- profit business entity, legally defined in the US and other jurisdictions, whose legally defined goals include the positive impact on society, workers, the community and the environment, in addition to profit.

We are an equal opportunity workplace and committed to allow candidates with disabilities or neurodevelopmental conditions to prove their competencies to their full potential. We are willing to move the barriers that may prevent you from demonstrating that you are the right candidate for this role, so please let us know if you need some adjustment in your recruitment process.

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Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology