Data Architect
Start: ASAP
Level:  Senior level, > 8 years of relevant experience
Duration: initially through September
Rate: max €120, including MSP fee, depending on education and work experience
Self-employed: no, not even through a vendor
Hours: 32 per week. No exceptions to this
Location: Arnhem (minimum 2 days per week on-site) and willingness to increase frequency when necessary/requested
Screening: Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) 

• Guiding change and facilitating decision-making: thetransition to a data-driven approach requires a new way of working and a cultural shift. You are the driving force behind this change, together with your stakeholders. Your leadership ensures that decisions are made constructively and, as a result, enjoy broad support.
   
• Designing data architecture:As a data architect, you are responsible for designing the data architecture that supports the energy transition. You ensure that data on energy consumption, grid management, and renewable energy sources is organized in an efficient and accessible manner. This helps ensure that solutions are delivered in a timely manner that fit within an affordable and reliable energy system.
   
• Data modeling: Youvisualize data flows and describe the relationships between different organizational units and data sources. As a Data Architect, you play a crucial role in explaining the models and communicating modeling standards to the teams, so they can apply them in their work and add value. This promotes collaboration between teams and ensures the effective delivery of data products, with the goal of making informed decisions that accelerate the development and sustainability of the Netherlands.
   
• Developing Data Governance:You will establish the rules for data governance that support our decentralized data architecture. This contributes to a consistent and reliable data landscape, which is essential for a stable and sustainable energy grid.

• Collaboration and integration:You will work closely with various teams within Alliander to ensure a comprehensive approach to data management and governance, so that the data architecture contributes to the company’s objectives.
   
• Communication skills: Youcan clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and have strong consulting skills to demonstrate the value of data architecture.
   
• Analytical skills: Youhave a keen understanding of complex data structures, with a particular focus on the energy market and grid management.
   
• Problem-solving skills: Youquickly find creative solutions to challenges in the data landscape, with a focus on sustainability and efficiency.
   
• Results-oriented: Youproactively take responsibility for achieving specific results.

• Higher vocational education (HBO+) or university level: youpossess the intellectual and professional capabilitiesneeded to tackle complex challenges and devise innovative solutions.
   
• Experience in coaching and facilitating change: youeffortlessly guide organizations through change and inspire teams at all levels.
   
• In-depth knowledge of data governance, management, and architecture:you are a true expert in designing and managing data ecosystems. You have experience with methodologies such as TOGAF, DAMA-DMBOK, and ArchiMate, and use them to develop and manage cutting-edge data architectures within the dynamic world of energy distribution and management.
   
• Experienced in complex IT environments: Youhave a solid foundation in computer science or data science and have demonstrated your skills in complex IT environments, preferably within the energy sector.
   
• Relevant and demonstrable work experience: Youhave experience in various architectural disciplines, such as solution, data, or enterprise architecture, where you have taken responsibility for initiatives or programs.