Are you an Architect with experience working on large Data platforms or designing Data-driven solutions? 

Would you like to work on one of the largest Retail transformations, defining Asda's future data architecture landscape in a rapidly evolving architecture practice?   

This is an exciting opportunity to step into the Data, Insights and Analytics Team in Asda Technology as a Data Architect. The role is a new vacancy for the expansion of our data team to work on the Future Programme, which will be an opportunity to work on a cutting-edge Data Ecosystem. 

'Future' is the name for the programme that will see Asda create their new operating model, independent from Walmart.  Technology will undoubtedly be one of the most ambitious parts of this work where all the technology decisions made will underpin the way the entire business will operate in the future. To enable this programme, the technology operating model will be transitioned to become self-sufficient from Walmart offering so many exciting opportunities. 

Asda are currently investing heavily in its data landscape and will give the opportunity to shape and add lots of value in lots of exciting projects that is part of Asda's strategy. 

Your Role 

This role would ideally suit a passionate and experienced Data Architect to join a mature practice, working with a growing team of 50+ in a supportive environment, with great opportunities for self-development and training. 

You will be able to allocate 10% of your time towards Learning & Development activities aligned to your Personal Development Plan. Access to Microsoft Enterprise Skills initiative portal to gain access to Microsoft trainings and certifications. Opportunities to work with latest Technologies and Tooling in the Cloud. Lead on data architecture support to the business, including the development of conceptual, logical and physical data models.  Develop the Enterprise Data Model and Master data management.  Work on data architecture with NextGen ERPs like SAP S/4 HANA (SAP RISE), Workday, Salesforce, Manhattan and BlueYonder. 

Experience in Retail, or at least operating in an enterprise-scale environment is desirable but not essential.  

About you 

Define Data standards and principals Translation for business requirements into Data Design, technical specifications Data migration, strategy, mapping / lineage, quality, standards across multiple projects and solutions Work closely with the development team to design and implement data solutions Being able to recommend the best place to source data sets, both internal and external to the organisation Ability to capture and document standards and designs that can be easily understood for all stakeholders (DBAs through to CIO) Data migration and the ability to be consulted with data movements for data performance and optimisation Microsoft experience (SQL DW / Cosmos DB / Azure Data Lake) Working collaboratively with stakeholders, colleagues, and strategic partners across a portfolio of projects 

Hybrid Working  

Work Where it Works. Our hybrid way of working gives you the choice to work where it works. This enables you to complete your daily tasks where you will be the most effective. It offers a mix of working from home and in an office environment that works best for you and your team. We would love to talk to you about this.  

You will also get an excellent benefits package including:  

Company car or 5,700 car allowance, plus discretionary company bonus  Company pension up to 7% matched  10% colleague discount, free parking, and many additional rewards.  

We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves.  

If you have any questions, then please emailDaniel.wood0@asda.co.uk

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