Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, with 10-18 years of experience in data architecture. Proven expertise in enterprise data architecture design, data modelling, ETL tools, data integration, API design and integration, Azure and AWS data services, and data governance frameworks is essential. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership abilities are also required.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
IT - Software & Web Development
Company Industry
Recruitment & HR
About the role:
We are seeking a highly experienced data architect to join our team in Ras Al Khaimah. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing robust enterprise data architectures, leading integration initiatives, and ensuring best practices in data modelling, ETL, API development, and governance across cloud platforms.
Responsibilities:
Design and maintain enterprise data architecture blueprints, standards, and best practices
Develop and optimize logical and physical data models to support business requirements
Lead integration efforts using ETL frameworks and API-based solutions
Architect scalable data solutions on Azure and AWS cloud platforms
Establish and enforce data governance policies, ensuring data quality, security, and compliance
Collaborate with business stakeholders, data engineers, and application teams to translate requirements into technical designs
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to data engineering and development teams
Evaluate and recommend emerging data technologies, tools, and frameworks
Monitor and optimize performance of data pipelines and storage solutions
Required qualifications:
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related field
10–18 years of experience in data architecture or related roles
Proven expertise in enterprise data architecture design and implementation
Strong proficiency in data modelling (conceptual, logical, physical)
Hands-on experience with ETL tools and data integration techniques
Demonstrated skills in API design and integration
Extensive experience with Azure and AWS data services
Deep knowledge of data governance frameworks, metadata management, and data quality processes
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership abilities
Fluency in English
Preferred qualifications:
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or AWS Certified Solutions Architect
Experience with big data ecosystems (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka)
Familiarity with Master Data Management (MDM) and data catalog tools
TOGAF or other enterprise architecture certification
Prior experience in GCC markets, ideally within Ras Al Khaimah or the UAE
Exposure to real-time data streaming and event-driven architectures
Position details:
Location: RAK, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Information Technology (IT) / Software
Experience required: 10+ years
About the Company
AIQU connects future-ready technology specialists with forward-looking organisations. We help businesses deliver high-impact and high-quality technology projects by using our unrivalled global sourcing capabilities to attract diverse talent within the region.
Our bespoke staffing solution offers the most flexible option you can have while maintaining 100% legislative compliance. AIQU’s fast and highly responsive employee management processes are designed to provide your most valuable assets, your people, with a seamless experience!
From business analysts to change managers; from front-end developers to back-end engineers, full-stack developers, and database administrators; from process analysts to software architects; AIQU can provide and manage specialists for a technology transformation project or for a project in maintenance phase across six key verticals.
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