Senior Data Architect (Remote – Edmonton)

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Data Architect to lead the design and optimization of enterprise data solutions for a public‑sector client. The role operates in a high‑performing Agile environment and is fully remote, based in Edmonton, AB.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimise scalable, analytics‑ready data models (fact tables, dimension tables, business objects).
• Analyse regulatory reporting templates to eliminate duplication and standardise data elements.
• Establish enterprise data standards for schema design, versioning, governance, traceability and quality.
• Translate business and architectural requirements into technical specifications for engineering teams.
• Support advanced analytics initiatives such as trend analysis, anomaly detection and future machine‑learning capabilities.
• Collaborate with analysts, developers and business stakeholders to improve data structures.
• Review platform implementations for compliance with architecture and canonical data standards.
• Document architecture decisions, technical processes and data‑governance frameworks.
• Provide technical leadership, planning, estimation and presentation support throughout delivery.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in enterprise data architecture and solution design.
• Proven experience in enterprise IT environments and Agile project teams.
• Strong background in enterprise database design, documentation and architecture best practices.

Required skills

• TOGAF (or equivalent) certification.
• Databricks.
• Power BI.
• PowerDesigner or ER Studio.
• Enterprise data modelling and governance.
• Agile methodology.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate (CAD $90‑$110).
• 9‑month fixed‑term contract with possible 12‑month extension.
• Remote work flexibility.
• Opportunity to influence public‑sector data strategy.