Group Data Architect 100%

Headquartered in Cham, Switzerland since 1957, Selecta Group is a Foodtech company with a leading route based, self-service distribution network in Europe, offering innovative convenience food services and world-class quality coffee brands in the workplace and public spaces. Shaping the emerging Foodtech business we continuously push on innovations and solutions. We serve premium coffee and beverages, snacks, and fresh meals to more than 10 million people in 16 countries across Europe every day. With an annual turnover of €1.2 billion, we owe our success to our ca. 6,300 highly skilled, dedicated, and passionate Selecta employees who are committed to creating millions of moments of joy for our clients and their consumers every day. Sustainability is an integral part of the way we do business, focused on the key areas in which we can make a positive difference.

Place of work

Cham, Switzerland

Starting date

Main duties

The Group Data Architect is responsible for designing, implementing and managing the enterprise data architecture to support business objectives and digital transformation initiatives. In addition to strategic data architecture issues, working with the latest cutting-edge technologies (e.g. MS Fabric) for project delivery will be part of the role.

This role will ensure effective governance, security and scalability of data solutions across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data strategy, cloud technologies and modern data platforms to ensure seamless data integration and management.

Key Responsibilities

This role will ensure effective governance, security and scalability of data solutions across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data strategy, cloud technologies and modern data platforms to ensure seamless data integration and management.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Strategy & Architecture: Develop and maintain the enterprise-wide data architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives by leveraging the latest leading-edge technologies, e.g., MS Fabric Data Analytics Platform
• Data Governance: Establish data governance frameworks, policies and best practices to ensure data quality, compliance and security. In addition, we are driving our Group-wide initiative to standardize master data and integrate country-specific databases into our Group Data Analytics Platform.
• Cloud & On-Premises Solutions: Develop scalable data solutions using cloud platforms (e.g., Azure) and on-premises infrastructure as needed.
• Integration & Interoperability: Define and implement data integration strategies to ensure seamless data flow across applications, databases, and systems.
• Data Modeling & Design: Develop conceptual, logical, and physical data models to optimize data storage, retrieval, and performance.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and implement robust security measures.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with business leaders, IT teams, and data analysts to understand data needs and drive value from data assets.
• Technology Evaluation: Evaluate and recommend data management technologies, tools, and best practices to improve data capabilities.
• Performance Optimization: Monitor data architecture performance and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and scalability.
• Mentorship & Leadership: Mentor data engineers, analysts, and other IT professionals on data architecture best practices.

Professional competence

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, information technology, data science, or related field.
• Experience: At least 5-8 years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or related roles.
• Technical Expertise:
• Strong knowledge of data management frameworks, data warehousing, and ETL processes.
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure) and related data services.
• Proficiency with database technologies (SQL, NoSQL, PostgreSQL, etc.).
• Familiarity with big data technologies and data lake architectures.
• Experience with API-based data integration and microservices.
• Strong understanding of security best practices and regulatory compliance.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Certifications (Preferred): Azure Data Certifications, CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional), or equivalent.

Profile

Specialities

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead and shape the data strategy of a dynamic, growing organization.
• Work with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Application

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