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Want to be a part of our team? Conducts analysis, design, evaluation, modification, testing and implementation of enterprisewide systems (e.g., finance, human resources, payroll, supply chain, client relationship management) across functional areas. Plans and directs studies of potential electronic data processing applications and prepares design proposals to reflect cost, time and alternative actions to satisfy existing and future needs of the corporation. Develops test plans and protocols for evaluation of system performance. Conducts analysis of systems specifications and uses the latest analysis/diagramming tools to represent business/technical processes. Develops conversion and system implementation plans. Prepares and obtains approval of system and programming documentation. Recommends changes in development, maintenance and system standards. Coordinates system upgrade activity. Trains user personnel in the conversion and implementation of the system.
Working at NTT
A Principal Data Architect is responsible for consulting with internal stakeholders, around complex information technology enterprise architecture. They work with stakeholders, both leadership and subject matter experts, to build a holistic view of the organisationxe2x80x99s strategy, processes, information, and information technology assets. The responsibility of the Principal Data Architect is to take this knowledge and ensure that the business and IT are in alignment and in so doing they provide enterprise architecture consulting services to analyse and provide holistic strategies and solutions on all aspects of enterprise architectural requirements.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Serve as an advisor to senior business management on business and information integration strategies
Evaluate internal functions, business development strategies and IT processes and suggest improvements
Create business architecture models to reflect the organization's strategies and goals and create and implement business visions and goals
Improve the current IT infrastructure, optimizing business operations, and setting the direction and approach for integrating information applications and programs
Responsible for cataloguing, developing, coordinating, communicating, maintaining, and enforcing overall enterprise architecture models, representations, initiatives, capabilities, and components to adequately perform the organization's business and technology activities
Suggest ideas to reduce costs in IT and business leadership
Provide business architecture and systems processing guidance
Ensure the efficiency, security, and support of the organization's goals
Creating methods for compliance architecture, such as data storage, metadata management, and change control
Provide consultancy in business process analysis and design, and service delivery, particularly with respect to the use of information, trends, and directions
Provide architectural leadership in the resolutions of cross-programme, and cross-project architecture issues
Update and maintain key enterprise architecture deliverables
Conduct ongoing research and assessment of new analysis approach for potential use within the organisation
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:
Ability to integrate big data analytics into the existing IT landscape
Knowledge of architectural methodologies and frameworks to be able to implement strategies effectively
Be the expert in IT and computer networking to ensure the organizationxe2x80x99s architecture
Ability to stay on top of the latest trends and technologies that may improve any business
Excellent communication skills to work with various leaders throughout the organization to support the goals and objectives of the organization
Excellent technical, analytical and project management skills
Display the ability to develop and publish white papers
Possess the ability to engage with internal and external audiences in a clear, effective, and appropriate manner.
Display the ability to collaborate and facilitate an understanding of technical issues
Display knowledge of business strategic processes and information technology delivery
Possess knowledge of information technology governance
Display effective interviewing, data collection and synthesis skills
Possess proficient IT governance and operations, technology components and modelling for IT investment knowledge
Display good project and program management planning and organizational skills
Demonstrate problem analysis and solution formulation skills
Demonstrate systems thinking skills
Academic Qualifications and Certifications:
Bachelorxe2x80x99s degree or equivalent in Information Technology or Computer Science or related
Required certification(s) such as TOGAF / ITIL/ COBIT
Required Experience:
Proven experience as an Principal Data Architect gained within a similar matrixed information technology environment
Proven experience in system architecture
Experience in data strategy
Strong experience of Azure data lake
What will make you a good fit for the role?
Focus on this role will be on our Services Data and Data Management strategies. Knowledge of data products and implementation on Azure will be essential, along with a robust knowledge of data structuring, processing and analytics.
Equal Opportunity Employer
NTT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, veteran status, or other protected category
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A career at NTT means:
Being part of a global pioneer xe2x80x93 where you gain exposure to our Fortune 500 clients and world-leading global technology partners and work with a network of over 40,000 smart and diverse colleagues across 57 countries, delivering services in over 200 countries.
Being at the forefront of cutting-edge technology xe2x80x93 backed with a 150-year heritage of using technology for good. With 40% of the worldxe2x80x99s internet traffic running on our network and where Emoji were first invented, you can be proud of the groupxe2x80x99s many new xe2x80x98firstsxe2x80x99.
Making a difference xe2x80x93 by doing meaningful work that helps to shape the future for our clients, and across industries and communities around the world.
Being your best self xe2x80x93 in a progressive xe2x80x98Connected Workingxe2x80x99 environment that promotes flexibility, connection and wellbeing. Where diversity and different perspectives are embraced to ensure equal opportunities for all.
Having ongoing opportunities to own and develop your career xe2x80x93 with a personal and professional development plan and access to the broadest learning offerings in the industry.
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