Data Architect | Federal Government | Consulting About the Opportunity
- Join a high-performing, multidisciplinary team driving a nationally significant digital transformation within a secure Federal Government environment.
- Shape a critical national digital capability from its inception, establishing the core data architecture, canonical models, and integration foundations across a multi-year roadmap.
What's on Offer
- Engagement: Permanent full-time
- Rate/Salary: Competitive Market Salary + Superannuation
- Location & Flexibility: Canberra, ACT (Hybrid & flexible working arrangements available)
Role & Responsibilities
- Define and govern the overall enterprise data architecture and canonical data models for a major multi-agency digital platform.
- Design robust data structures across Microsoft technologies, including Dynamics 365, Dataverse, and Azure data services.
- Lead data harmonisation and mapping initiatives across government agencies and external industry stakeholders to streamline regulatory reporting.
- Establish comprehensive frameworks for data ownership, stewardship, quality, lineage, and retention.
- Collaborate closely with Integration Architects, Business Architects, and BAs to align payload structures and data exchange with regulatory obligations.
- Guide data migration specialists and development teams while producing high-quality architectural documentation and governance artefacts.
Skills & Experience
To be successful in this position, you will ideally bring:
- Technical Toolkit: Strong hands-on proficiency with Microsoft data platforms (Dataverse, Azure SQL, Data Lake, Synapse, Fabric, or equivalent) and canonical data modelling techniques.
- Experience: Proven track record in enterprise data architecture and complex data modelling, ideally within government, regulatory, logistics, transport, or border management environments.
- Core Capabilities: Exceptional ability to translate complex policy, business, and regulatory requirements into scalable data structures, complemented by strong multi-stakeholder engagement skills.
Eligibility & Clearance Requirements
- Security Clearance: Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must hold a current NV1 security clearance.
Data Architect | Federal Government | Consulting in Canberra employer: Aurec Group
As an Associate IBM Mainframe Developer within the Federal Government, you will be part of a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to enhancing critical systems that support national operations. The role offers a collaborative work culture, opportunities for professional growth through hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that impact the community. Located in Canberra, ACT, this position provides a stable contract with potential extensions, ensuring job security while you develop your skills in a supportive environment.
