Senior Enterprise Data Architect (Data & Security Architecture)

Role overview

This position focuses on shaping and governing the enterprise data landscape with a strong emphasis on security, integration, and regulatory compliance. The architect will help define the standards, models, and architecture practices that support digital transformation and enterprise-wide data use.

Key responsibilities

• Build and continuously refine the enterprise data architecture along with the underlying data models.
• Set standards for data governance, metadata management, master data management, and the full data lifecycle.
• Create the architecture approach for enterprise integrations, APIs, and data exchange mechanisms.
• Make sure data architecture stays aligned with enterprise architecture and broader digital transformation goals.
• Incorporate security-by-design principles into all data architecture decisions.
• Maintain compliance with Saudi regulatory and architectural requirements, including DGA, NORA, SDAIA, NDMO, NCA, ECC, and PDPL.
• Take part in architecture review boards and work closely with business, cybersecurity, and technology stakeholders.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or another closely related discipline is required; a master's degree is preferred.
• At least 8 years of experience in enterprise data architecture or enterprise architecture roles.
• Deep knowledge of information architecture and enterprise-level data modeling.
• Hands-on experience with data governance, metadata management, and master data management.
• Solid background in API architecture and system integration design.
• Working knowledge of data warehousing, ETL/ELT workflows, SQL, and analytics platforms.
• Understanding of security-by-design practices and enterprise security architecture.
• Practical exposure to Saudi government architecture and cybersecurity frameworks.
• TOGAF or DAMA CDMP certification is required, or an equivalent credential; cloud and security certifications are considered an advantage.
• Experience using tools such as Sparx EA, LeanIX, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, or comparable platforms is preferred.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Capability to drive architecture initiatives and guide technical teams.

Additional information

This is a full-time onsite role based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Compliance and governance focus

The role places particular importance on meeting Saudi regulatory requirements and supporting secure, enterprise-wide data practices. Candidates should be comfortable working within governance-heavy environments and collaborating across multiple functions.