Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.IntroductionDoes the challenge of building a data landscape from scratch sound like an exciting opportunity for growth? Ready to be the architect of data dreams, designing systems that make information flow seamlessly? Do you enjoy creating efficient data solutions that empower teams to make data-driven decisions? If yes, you are the one we are looking for at Syensqo.Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies, in you, in your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.Join us at Syensqo, where our IT team is enhancing capabilities, playing a crucial role in the group's transformation by accelerating growth and creating sustainable value. Our IT team is making operational adjustments to maximize value across the organization.At Syensqo, we’re one strong team, driven by accountability to deliver value for customers and stakeholders. In our dynamic and collaborative environment, we enjoy our work while staying true to our motto: reinvent progress. Be part of our transformation journey and contribute as a future team member.PurposeAs a strategic technology leader in Syensqo's IT ecosystem, the Data Architect shapes and drives the data architecture strategy and governance. This role is responsible for designing the framework for managing data across systems, storage, and accessibility. The Data Architect ensures data strategies align with business goals, supporting a flexible, modern data architecture for rapid advancements so that the right data is available, with the right security and in the right structure.The scope of data at Syensqo is defined as : - Data Modeling / Metadata Management
- Data Storage
- Data Security
- Data Analytics and Reporting
- Data Governance
ContextAfter the demerger of Solvay in December 2023, Syensqo is building an independent IT landscape, relying on Solvay for IT services through Transitional Service Agreements (TSA) for two years. During this time, Syensqo will build an efficient, agile IT organization to support growth and innovation. The separation uses a "clone & clean" approach with some transformations in network, security, and workplace. In parallel, substantial modernization will start, including the transition to SAP S/4HANA, creating a data fabric infrastructure, building a modern integration architecture, optimizing the R&I digital landscape, and integrating AI capabilities.Reporting lineThe role reports to the Data Lead with a matrix report to Head of Enterprise ArchitectureKey Job responsibilities and challenges, include: - Architect and design the strategy and systems for Syensqo's data fabric/lakehouse, aligning with company goals and future demands.
- Collaborate with IT teams, business stakeholders, and partners to implement optimal data strategies.
- Lead the selection and deployment of advanced data management tools for a scalable data platform.
- Ensure compliance with data protection, security standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Support modernization projects, including migration to SAP S/4HANA and AI enablement.
- Support the data team composed of data specialists, promoting innovation, continuous improvement and adherence to architecture standards
- Engage stakeholders to understand data needs and promote data-driven decision-making.
- Manage data platform tools, ensuring efficient data flow, automation, and minimal manual intervention.
- Monitor and address challenges in data architecture to maintain operational excellence.
- Stay updated on emerging data technologies to adapt strategies for a competitive edge.
- Maintain detailed documentation for data architecture designs and processes.
- Alignment with other architecture domains as part of the Architecture Community of Practice working with the Head of Enterprise Archiecture
Education And Experience - Bachelor's or master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
- Extensive experience in technology architecture focusing on business intelligence, data, and AI.
- Expertise in ETL processes, data integration, BI tools, big data frameworks, and cloud services.
- Strong knowledge of data governance, compliance, and security practices.
- Experience with machine learning, AI as plus, and leading technical teams in delivering enterprise data platforms.
- Proficiency in agile methodologies; experience with SAFe is preferred. Skills and behavioral competencies
- Proficiency in designing data models, including conceptual, logical, and physical models using tools like SqlDBM or similar.
- Familiarity with various DBMS technologies (e.g., relational databases including SAP HANA, NoSQL databases, cloud storage etc).
- Deep understand data privacy and security regulations (e.g., GDPR, ITAR)
- Experience with ETL tools (SAP Datasphere, Talend, Azure Data factory etc).
- Knowledge of Data lakehouse / Data Fabric concepts and technologies (e.g Azure Data Fabric, Databricks, SAP Datasphere, Snowflake etc)
- Experience with cloud-based data services (e.g.Azure Data Fabric, AWS Redshift, Google BigQuery,).
- Detailed knowledge of encryption techniques for data protection.
- Effective communication skills to work with stakeholders, developers, and other teams
Language Skills About Us - Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
- At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
