Head of Data – Architecture

Circular Economy Systems (CES)

. Establish and lead CES's Data & Architecture function .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeSydney • AustraliaLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading enterprise Data and Architecture functions, establishing governance frameworks, and shaping data strategies that drive organizational outcomes. Proficient in modern data platforms, cloud ecosystems, and building client-facing data products.

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Enterprise Data LeadershipData Governance MaturityCloud Ecosystem ExpertiseStrategic Roadmap DevelopmentTeam Capability Building

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Hard Skills

Data ArchitectureData EngineeringData GovernanceMaster Data ManagementAI Strategy DevelopmentData Management PracticesOperating Model DefinitionData Platform StrategyIntegration StrategyAPI Management

Soft Skills

Stakeholder InfluenceTeam LeadershipStrategic Decision-MakingCommunication SkillsPartnership Building

Tools & Technologies

SnowflakeCloud-Native Data PlatformsData ServicesEmerging Technologies

Industry Keywords

SaaSFintechDigital PlatformsRegulated Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish and lead CES's Data & Architecture function
Define and lead CES's enterprise Data & Architecture strategy
Establish governance, ownership and decision-making frameworks across data, architecture and technology strategy
Mature data governance, data quality, master data management and enterprise data practices
Shape the future direction of data platforms and engineering capability
Establish enterprise architecture principles, standards and target-state roadmaps
Guide strategic technology decisions across platforms, integrations, APIs, data services and emerging technologies, including AI opportunities
Build partnerships across Technology and the broader business
Translate complex technical concepts into clear business outcomes and recommendations
Develop the operating model, team capability and future organisational structure for the Data & Architecture function
Report to the Chief Technology Officer

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience leading enterprise Data, Data Engineering, Data Platform or Architecture functions within complex organisations
Proven success establishing or maturing data governance, data strategy and architecture capabilities
Experience defining enterprise-wide operating models, governance frameworks and strategic roadmaps
Strong understanding of modern data platforms, cloud ecosystems and data management practices
Experience operating at senior leadership level with responsibility for organisational outcomes rather than individual technical delivery
Experience leading teams, building capability and influencing across multiple stakeholders
Experience with Snowflake or modern cloud-native data platforms (nice to have)
Exposure to Master Data Management (MDM) programs (nice to have)
Experience establishing AI strategies, governance frameworks or data-driven products (nice to have)
Background in SaaS, fintech, digital platforms or highly regulated environments (nice to have)
Experience building client-facing data products or information services (nice to have)
Australian work eligibility required; applicants must indicate their eligibility status to work in Australia

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusive culture
Hybrid and flexible working
Career development
Beautiful harbour views
Public transport access
Opportunity to work on a mission accelerating recycling and the circular economy