Overview
AI & Data - Data Solution Architect - Senior Manager role at EY. Location: Ireland (Dublin / Cork / Limerick / Galway). Availability for work visa sponsorship: Yes. Contract type: Full-Time – Permanent. Business Area: Consulting.
The Team and the Opportunity
As part of EY’s Data Analytics and AI team, the Data Solution Architect role enables clients to derive significant value from information assets. You will help embed innovative data analytics solutions into business areas, transforming data into strategic assets. You will drive growth by developing client relationships and delivering high-quality experiences on engagements. The team serves as trusted advisors to embed data analytics solutions and transform data into strategic assets across industries.
As a Senior Manager, you will assess and improve clients’ reporting policies and governance processes during transformational and regulatory changes, communicating strategic goals to internal and external stakeholders.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Lead diverse teams with varying Data and Analytics technologies; adapt leadership to fit team, client, and cultural needs; anticipate risks and escalate as appropriate.
* Coach and mentor junior team members; share best practices, industry trends, and technical knowledge to foster professional growth.
* Design and implement data artefacts including data modelling, integration, storage, and governance aligned with industry best practices and client requirements.
* Apply data modelling techniques to create Enterprise Data Models; implement metadata management, data quality, and data testing.
* Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical designs.
* Assess existing data architectures, identify improvements, and recommend remediation plans to optimize data management.
* Develop data migration strategies and oversee execution with minimal disruption.
* Advise clients on data architecture, governance, quality, and security; stay current with emerging technologies and industry standards to drive innovation.
Qualifications
* Minimum of 7 years of experience in data analysis and strategy, with proven ability to create impactful visual stories from complex datasets.
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field.
* Expertise in data modelling and database design (ER, Dimensional, Data Vaults, Hierarchical/Network models); experience with SQL and NoSQL across on-prem and cloud platforms.
* Strong knowledge of data integration, ETL, and data warehouse design.
* Experience with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark) and cloud data services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
* Understanding of data quality, profiling, cleansing, and validation; ability to document data models, processes, and governance.
* Experience in real-time data streaming with technologies like Apache Kafka or Flink.
* Experience designing and implementing data governance frameworks; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent client-facing and leadership abilities.
Desirable
* Ability to stay current with industry trends and apply best practices to data strategy and operations; consulting experience with strategic advice and practical solutions.
* Familiarity with relational, NoSQL, and cloud-based data platforms.
What Working At EY Offers
EY offers a competitive remuneration package and a comprehensive Total Rewards program that supports flexible working and career development, including options to tailor benefits (holidays, health, insurance, savings, and discounts). Benefits include:
* Pension, discounted health insurance, Web Doctor – online GP for you and your family
* Additional annual leave, Hybrid Working, Free Gym membership, Travel Pass
* Maternity & Paternity leave, Bike-to-work, Recognition Awards
* Cash incentives for referrals, Work Mobile, EYTECH MBA paid by EY, Wellness rooms (in some offices)
EY is committed to inclusion and diversity and supports flexible working arrangements to balance client service with personal priorities. Travel to client sites may be required.
Career Progression
* Support to enhance skills from day one; continuous learning to navigate future opportunities.
* Opportunities to tailor your career journey with tools and flexibility for meaningful impact.
* Transformative leadership with coaching and confidence-building; diverse and inclusive culture.
* Hybrid working options to increase flexibility and autonomy.
About EY
EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. EY creates value by combining training, opportunities, and creative freedom. The EY experience lasts a lifetime.
Inclusion & Diversity
We are committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity. All differences are valued, and we strive to create a sense of belonging. EY welcomes applications from all backgrounds and offers reasonable accommodations during recruitment.
If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please apply. Agency assistance: our Talent Team will engage with suppliers; unsolicited CVs/profiles may not be accepted.
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