Quadient
Computer Software
HeadofDataArchitecture&Governance
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“Head of Data Architecture & Governance at Quadient. Skills: Data Architecture, Data Governance, Enterprise Data Management, Cloud Data Platforms. Define enterprise data architecture strategy. Define data governance strategy”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Extensive experience in data architecture, Enterprise data management experience, Data leadership roles experience, Experience designing enterprise-scale data platforms, Experience designing governance frameworks, Proven ability to establish collaborative partnerships, Proven ability to drive organizational adoption of data practices, Experience with data quality, Experience with master data management, Experience with governance, Experience with data stewardship, Understanding of modern cloud data ecosystems, Experience with Databricks, Experience with Snowflake, Familiarity with analytics data environments, Familiarity with AI-enabled data environments, Experience leading technical teams, Experience influencing enterprise-wide strategies, Stakeholder management skills, Communication skills, Executive-level interactions, Ability to operate effectively in complex environments, Ability to operate effectively in multi-platform enterprise environments
Nice to Have
Experience with post-M&A environments, Experience with highly fragmented enterprise landscapes, Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform, Familiarity with AWS, Experience supporting enterprise-wide AI initiatives, Experience supporting advanced analytics initiatives, Knowledge of enterprise compliance requirements, Knowledge of privacy requirements, Knowledge of GDPR
What You'll Do.
Define enterprise data architecture strategy
Define data governance strategy
Lead enterprise data architecture strategy
Lead data governance strategy
Establish scalable frameworks for data quality
Establish scalable frameworks for master data management
Establish scalable frameworks for metadata
Establish scalable frameworks for governance
Establish scalable frameworks for stewardship
Design target-state architectures supporting analytics
Design target-state architectures supporting AI
Design target-state architectures supporting machine learning
Design target-state architectures supporting modern cloud data platforms
Drive adoption of enterprise data governance practices
Partner with leadership
Partner with architecture teams
Partner with engineering teams
Partner with analytics teams
Partner with security teams
Partner with business stakeholders
Ensure alignment and execution
Define standards for data ingestion
Define standards for data transformation
Define standards for data storage
Define standards for data security
Define standards for data access
Define standards for data lifecycle management
Support evolution toward modern data architectures
Support evolution toward data lakes
Support evolution toward lakehouses
Support evolution toward real-time data platforms
Lead data architecture capability
Lead data governance capability
Grow data architecture capability
Grow data governance capability
Ensure enterprise data practices align with security requirements
Ensure enterprise data practices align with privacy requirements
Ensure enterprise data practices align with compliance requirements
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partnering with technology teams; Partnering with business teams; Partnering with security teams; Partnering with analytics teams; Cross-functional collaboration
Communication Scope
Executive-level interactions; Stakeholder communication
Full Job Description
At Quadient, we support businesses of all sizes in their digital transformation and growth journey, unlocking operational efficiency with reliable, secure, and sustainable automation processes. Our success in delivering innovation and business growth is inspired by the connections our diverse teams create every day, with our clients and each other. It’s these connections that make Quadient such an exceptional place to grow your career, develop your skills and make a real impact – help our future-focused business lead the way in powering secure and sustainable business connections through digital and physical channels. We are looking for a strategic and collaborative Head of Data Architecture & Governance to lead the evolution of Quadient’s enterprise data ecosystem and governance capabilities. This is a newly created leadership role that will play a critical part in enabling Quadient’s Elevate to 2030 strategy , helping the organization build scalable, trusted, and AI-ready data foundations across the business. You will operate at the intersection of data strategy, architecture, governance, analytics, AI, and compliance , partnering closely with technology, business, security, and analytics teams to shape the future of enterprise data at Quadient. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong enterprise data architecture expertise with the ability to drive collaboration, influence stakeholders, and operationalize governance practices across complex organizations. * Define and lead Quadient’s enterprise data architecture and governance strategy * Establish scalable frameworks for data quality, master data management, metadata, governance, and stewardship * Design target-state architectures supporting analytics, AI, machine learning, and modern cloud data platforms * Drive adoption of enterprise data governance practices across business and technology teams * Partner with leadership, architecture, engineering, analytics, security, and business stakeholders to ens
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