Data Architect

Valleysoft is a regional IT services provider delivering enterprise technology and business process solutions for clients globally. Working across the Information Technology and Services sector, the company supports organizations with the systems, platforms, and data capabilities they need to operate effectively and make better decisions.In this role, you will help shape enterprise data architecture for complex client environments, supporting the design of scalable information assets, stronger governance practices, and more effective use of data across the business. The position plays a central part in connecting architecture, analytics, and operational data needs while partnering closely with technical teams and business stakeholders.ResponsibilitiesBuild the bank enterprise architecture tool and maintain enterprise architecture artifactsMaintain and develop data collection, storage, and transfer systems used by the project teamSupport the development of advanced data analytics productsDefine data architecture and select data collection, storage, and analysis technologiesMonitor data availability, completeness, and quality, including the integration of internal and external data sources and the use of analytical toolsManage and approve the list of Critical Data Elements (CDEs), including guiding domains on prioritizationLead business and technical metadata management activitiesEstablish, monitor, and enforce business processes and standards for metadata management and complianceProvide technical support to IT teams on data architecture, logical data models, and data strategy across the bank's systems and applicationsDefine and maintain logical data models and information assetsProvide templates for structuring business metadata, including business definitions, security and access levels, and data quality rules, as well as technical metadata such as physical data elements and data lineageApprove changes to metadata and manage new metadata demandApprove business definitions and data lineage developed by domainsDefine metadata standards and ensure complianceRequirementsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics.Eligible to work in Egypt.Expertise in database systems, including SQL and NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or Cassandra.Strong knowledge of data warehousing solutions such as Snowflake or Amazon Redshift.Experience with data modeling, data architecture design, and schema development.Proficiency in ETL/ELT tools and processes.Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.Knowledge of big data technologies, including Hadoop or Spark.ExperienceMinimum of 3 years of experience designing and developing complex, high-quality analytical solutions.3+ years of experience in data platform implementation and data architecture.7+ years of experience in technical and IT roles.Proven experience designing and implementing data architectures.Experience working with data governance, data quality, and data security.Past experience involving data strategy, data integration, and data infrastructure development.Experience working with business domain owners, enterprise architecture teams, IT leadership, and senior banking stakeholders.Soft SkillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to communicate complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders.Leadership and project management capabilities.Background in banking or financial services is preferred.Familiarity with metadata governance and data lineage is a plus.Familiarity with enterprise architecture tooling is a plus.TOGAF certification or a similar enterprise architecture certification is preferred.