Information Architect at FirstRand Corporate Centre

Job Description

• To execute on the Information Architecture roadmap and align on existing and new solutions to the target Information Architecture framework.
• To design solutions aligned to the Information and Data Architecture framework and principles within area of responsibility.
• Execute on Information Architecture roadmaps.
• Advise on and provide input into Information Architecture use cases to be implemented within area of scope.
• Implement the Information Architecture framework within area of scope.
• Provide input into the SDLC and ensure alignment to information architecture framework.
• Drive cost efficiencies within area of scope through enhancements of agile frameworks and processes.
• Align to FirstRand approved strategic data platforms to meet the business growth demands and execute the information architecture requirements for all use cases within area of scope.
• Highlight data dependencies within area of scope, that need to be resolved by logging requirements into the Enterprise Data Program, prioritize and close gaps.
• Support in the facilitation of alignment between business architecture and application architecture as and when required.
• Execute on prioritized information architect work within the business area/ PH.
• Drive business profitability in the context of cost management through efficient data management practices and alignment to the Information Architecture.
• Keep abreast of advancements within the data and technology areas and to simply the information architecture.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders within area of scope to provide input and socialize information architecture principles to be adopted.
• Ensure information and use cases are aligned to policies and frameworks and support business value creation.
• Ensure solutions contribute towards achieving an integrated information architecture.
• Support adoption of approved architecture and decommissioning of “non-compliant” environments/ infrastructures in respect to the group architecture principles within area of scope.
• Identify interconnected problems, determine impact, patterns, trends; and identify best fit alternatives to design and implement best practice solutions.
• Build-out data assets aligned to Information Architecture principles as part of roadmap for area of responsibility.
• Ensure alignment with Enterprise Data Domains and alignment of data products in tenants with group architectural policies.
• Minimize duplication and streamline advanced analytical model deployment, ensuring accelerated deployment of models, leveraging aligned data pipelines, agile methodology and data platform constructs including feature store, etc.
• Monitor operational issues and ensure high levels of data ethics is followed; escalate issues to relevant stakeholders as and when required.
• Facilitate the conversion of knowledge and ideas into new or improved solutions (products, processes, and services).
• Work closely with a cross-functional team to assess information architectural requirements for new and enhanced business operations.
• Drive Information Architecture awareness (and related risks) for area of responsibility in consultation with relevant stakeholders (e.g., Data Modelers, Data Engineers, etc.)
• Provide required training to relevant stakeholders on information architecture framework, policies, standards, and principles within area of scope.
• Liaise and communicate the architectural design to the necessary audiences e.g., Data Modellers, Data Engineers, etc.

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