Data Architect
@ Thales

Ottawa, ON
CA$130,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 19 hours ago

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Overview

The Data Architect at Thales in Ottawa, Canada plays a key role within the Data Governance team. In this position, you will design, implement, and manage scalable data architectures that are secure, compliant, and efficient. You will oversee data modeling, pipeline management, and integration efforts, ensuring best practices in governance and security in a hybrid work environment.

Position Summary

This role involves designing and securing data architectures to protect data integrity, confidentiality, and accessibility. You will collaborate with the AJISS, IT, and Innovation teams to create solutions that support data-driven decisions across various platforms through the complete data lifecycle—from collection to disposal.

Key Areas of Responsibility

  • Data Architecture Design: Create scalable architecture, document data flows, and ensure system performance.
  • Data Integration & Pipeline Management: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, accessible data and smooth integration.
  • Technology & Tool Selection: Evaluate and select tools for building secure, maintainable, and high-performance data pipelines.
  • Data Security & Compliance: Develop and enforce security protocols and data governance standards.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience; expertise in data modeling, integration, and cloud-based platforms; strong collaboration skills; and an undergraduate degree in software engineering, computer science, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with military projects, enterprise systems like SAP or IBM Maximo, enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, and artificial intelligence toolsets.

Special Position Requirements

This is a full-time, hybrid role requiring 3 days onsite in Ottawa with standard business hours. Some lab work is necessary.

What We Offer

Thales provides an extensive benefits program including health, dental, life insurance, retirement savings plans, paid holidays, and employee discounts.

Key skills/competency

  • Data Architecture
  • Data Modeling
  • Data Integration
  • Cloud Platforms
  • Data Governance
  • Security Protocols
  • Pipeline Management
  • Compliance
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Technology Evaluation

How to Get Hired at Thales

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor skills to match data architecture and governance.
  • Highlight relevant projects: Emphasize pipeline and model design experience.
  • Research Thales culture: Understand their role in aerospace and defense.
  • Prepare for technical questions: Focus on data security, cloud, and governance.
  • Network with current employees: Connect on LinkedIn and industry events.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review data modeling best practices.
Study cloud platform integrations.
Practice designing secure data pipelines.
Familiarize with governance and compliance tools.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a past collaboration experience.
Explain how you manage conflict.
Discuss how you meet deadlines.
Share a challenge solved through teamwork.

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