Enterprise Data Architect - 733

CLS helps clients navigate the changing FX marketplace – reducing risk and creating efficiencies. Our extensive network and deep market intelligence enable CLS specialists to lead the development of standardized solutions to real market problems. Our innovative, forward-looking products make the trading process faster, easier, safer and more cost-effective – empowering our clients’ success

Functional title

Location

London

Corporate title

Level 2

Report to

Department

Technology & Operations

No. of direct reports

0

Job purpose

The CLS Enterprise Data Architect will be responsible for the design and maintenance of the enterprise data architecture. The individual will interact with the business stakeholders to ensure alignment with the corporate strategy.

Essential Function / major duties and responsibilities of the job

• Provide advanced technical support in design and use of information systems technology including architecture and database management
• Provide technical and data leadership to the application development group, including being able to advise on the future direction of systems
• Technically evaluate existing data architecture / design of information technology systems and providing alternative solutions and recommend appropriate path for a product / project.
• Responsible for designing and implementing data solutions, developing and implementing data strategies, providing technical guidance and oversight during all phases of the software development life-cycle
• Provide innovative approaches to business outcomes in order to create new solutions that achieve competitive advantage.
• Through example and behavior, provide peer leadership to other team members with the goal of being excellent service providers and enablers to other constituencies (both internal and external)
• Actively mentor other team members both technically and professionally

Experience / essential and desired for successful job performance

• A minimum of 8 years of IT experience of which 3+ years should be in a senior data architect role
• Posesses an up-to-date knowledge of latest technologies (including cloud-native technologies), technology trends, and third party solutions for data management problems.
• Financial and/or Banking industry experience preferred

Qualifications / certifications

• Bachelor and/or Master’s Degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science or related field
• Relevant IT Architecture certification (e.g. TOGAF) is beneficial

Success factors

• Possess strong interpersonal and influencing skills with good stakeholder engagement
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Leadership, stakeholder management and line management skills
• Ability to visualize, articulate and solve complex technical problems
• Ability to work on complex projects with globally distributed teams and tight timelines

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