Data Architect

We are seeking an experienced Data Architect to lead the design and implementation of enterprise data architecture and data modelling solutions that support our strategic objectives. This role plays a critical part in shaping how data is structured, integrated, and leveraged across the organisation to drive insights, operational efficiency, and member-centric innovation.

Responsibilities

• Develop Data Architecture Solutions: Deliver enterprise Data Architecture solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals, enterprise architecture, regulatory requirements, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Develop and Maintain Data Diagrams and Models: Create and maintain data diagrams and models that accurately reflect business requirements and enable efficient data access, reporting, analytics, data science, and AI.
• Implement Data Governance: Work closely with the Data & AI Governance Team to define and implement the data governance roadmap, including stewardship, lineage, and classification.
• Evaluate Emerging Technologies: Assess emerging data technologies, platforms, and tools, and recommend adoption strategies
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Partner with Enterprise Architects, business analysts, data engineers, developers, data scientists, and other stakeholders to ensure data solutions meet functional and non-functional requirements.
• Ensure Data Quality and Security: Advocate for and enforce data quality, integrity, and security standards across the organisation, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Essentials

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• Overall 10–15 years of experience with at least 5 years of solid experience in data architecture, data modelling, data warehousing, and enterprise data management.
• Proven experience working with cross-functional project teams and solution architects to define and deliver data architecture requirements.
• Experience designing and implementing data solutions across hybrid environments (on-premise and cloud).
• Deep understanding of data architecture principles, data modelling methodologies (e.g., 3NF, dimensional, Data Vault, star schema), and metadata management.
• Proficient in data modelling tools such as Erwin, ER/Studio, or similar.
• Strong SQL and PL/SQL skills, with the ability to write and optimise complex queries and stored procedures.
• Experience with modern data platforms and tools, including ETL/ELT: Talend, Informatica, Azure Data Factory, Cloud & Storage: Snowflake, Azure Synapse, AWS Redshift, S3, Big Data & Processing: Databricks, Spark, Hive, EMR, Databases: Aurora, SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL
• Strong understanding of data governance principles, data stewardship, and regulatory compliance (e.g. Australian Privacy Principles).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Certification in data architecture, cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS), or data governance frameworks is desirable.
• Familiarity with architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or DAMA-DMBOK is advantageous.

About HCF

At HCF, our purpose is to bring our human touch to healthcare. Since 1932 we've been putting our members and their health first. As Australia's largest not-for-profit health fund, we cover 2 million members with health, life, travel and pet insurance and our vision is to make healthcare understandable, affordable, high quality and member centric.

We want to be true health partners to our members, easily guiding the healthcare choices that are right for them. At HCF, our values are the way we do things and create the necessary culture to help us realise our purpose and deliver our Strategy. Living our values in action we step forward, walk in their shoes, stay human, make it better and get there together.

Culture & Benefits

Purpose-driven passion

We're united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable, understandable, high quality and member-focused.

Wellness and work-life balance

We'll empower you with the necessary skills and tools to support your personal wellbeing journey, ensuring you perform at your best. Our offerings include:

• 50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras cover
• 18 weeks of parental leave for all new parents
• Mental health and wellbeing programs, including workshops, fitness classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks and more
• Discounts on HCF's products, including life, pet and travel Insurance, as well as discounts at Fitness First gyms and on our eyecare products.

Collaboration and inclusivity

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplace is welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and socio-economic status.

Continuous learning and growth

We believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs, we encourage your growth and curiosity.

Next steps

If you require any adjustments to assist you in making your application or during the recruitment or onboarding process, please reach out to Talent Acquisition –

to discuss.

We encourage applicants to submit their applications at their earliest convenience, as at HCF, we review applications as they are submitted, and may have filled the role prior to the job closing date.