Job Description
A Principal Data Architect is required to lead the design and implementation of a central enterprise data capability within a large Queensland Government department.
You will unify data architecture, governance, engineering and business intelligence into a coordinated service model. The role shapes enterprise data strategy, ensures reliable analytics, and positions data as a strategic asset across the department. You will operate with high autonomy and influence enterprise-wide standards to address fragmented systems, duplicated processes and inconsistent data practices.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain the target state enterprise data architecture aligned to ICT strategy and government frameworks
Map business capabilities, processes and data flows to inform architecture design
Review current systems and define current state architecture
Design scalable data models, standards and integration principles across platforms including Azure, Dynamics 365 and ArcGIS
Establish and guide a core Azure based data platform with enterprise BI capability
Implement governance frameworks covering quality, metadata, privacy and security
Monitor enterprise data demand and reduce duplication across divisions
Provide high level solution design and requirements to support delivery partners
Review and validate detailed technical designs for compliance with architecture and security standards
Prepare architecture documentation and handover materials
Mentor staff and lead data and analytics community of practice initiatives
Represent data interests in governance forums and stakeholder workshops
Highly desirable criteria
Extensive experience leading enterprise data architecture in complex organisations
Strong technical expertise across Azure, SQL, ETL, Power BI, Dynamics 365 and ArcGIS
Proven ability to design integrated enterprise data platforms
Experience implementing whole of department data governance frameworks
Strong stakeholder engagement across executive and technical audiences
Relevant certifications such as Azure or TOGAF
Experience working within Queensland Government ICT frameworks
Experience establishing enterprise data platforms from initial design phase
Skills and experience
Strong business and data modelling capability
Deep understanding of integration patterns and scalable architecture design
Sound knowledge of metadata management, privacy and security standards
Ability to lead with influence and drive adoption of enterprise standards
Strong analytical and problem solving capability
Clear communication across business and technical teams
Ability to work independently and deliver strategic outcomes
Lead enterprise data capability for a major government department
Influence strategic digital transformation
High autonomy with executive visibility
Opportunity to establish sustainable data governance and architecture foundations
For a confidential chat, please contact Anissa on 0484 568 874 or via email at anissa@exclaim-it.com.au and we would be more than happy to provide you with additional information and assist in the application process.
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Job Details
Posted Date:
February 21, 2026
Job Type:
Technology
Location:
Australia
Company:
Exclaim IT
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