Enterprise Data Architect

Description We’re Civica and we make software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local to state government, to education, to health and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to help provide critical services to more than 100 million citizens.

Our aspiration is to be a Gov Tech champion everywhere we work around the globe, supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, we're at a pivotal point on our journey to realise that aspiration.

Why you'll love this role of Enterprise Data Architect We're looking for an experienced Enterprise Data Architect to play a pivotal role in one of the most significant transformation programmes within Civica.

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of Civica's enterprise data architecture as we modernise our technology landscape and build the foundation for future growth, analytics, automation, and AI enablement. You'll help shape how data flows across the organisation, supporting major business transformation initiatives while establishing the standards, governance, and architectural principles that will underpin our future state.

Working closely with senior business leaders, technology teams, and strategic partners including Salesforce, Net Suite, Certinia and PwC, you'll have the opportunity to influence decisions at the highest level while remaining hands-on in delivering practical outcomes.

This role offers genuine ownership, visibility, and the ability to leave a lasting impact across a global organisation.

Key Responsibilities Own and develop Civica's enterprise data and integration architecture strategy

Document and define current-state and future-state data architecture across the organisation

Design scalable data models, integration patterns, and migration strategies that support business transformation

Provide architectural leadership across major programmes including ERP, professional services automation, integration, and data transformation initiatives

Provide expert advice and guidance data governance standards, quality controls, and master data management approaches

Support large-scale data migration activities Define transition states from legacy to target architectures

Work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure architectural alignment and successful delivery

Translate complex technical concepts into clear business language for executive and non-technical audiences

Provide oversight and guidance on data security, compliance, and regulatory requirements

Act as the subject matter authority for enterprise data architecture across central functions

Requirements

Significant experience in Enterprise Data Architecture within complex organisations

Strong expertise in enterprise data modelling, integration architecture, and large-scale data migration programmes

Experience designing and delivering data architecture strategies that support business transformation

Ability to balance strategic thinking with a hands-on, delivery-focused approach

Experience working across multiple enterprise platforms and complex technology landscapes

Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at executive level

Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Experience establishing data governance frameworks, standards, and controls

Knowledge of data security, privacy regulations, and best practice architecture principlesA track record of driving architectural change in fast-paced and evolving environments

Nice to have

Experience with Salesforce, Net Suite, Certinia, or similar enterprise SaaS platforms

Exposure to private equity-backed or high-growth businesses

Experience supporting analytics, reporting, AI, or data platform initiatives

Experience creating enterprise-wide master data management approaches

Experience working with global teams and third-party implementation partners

What makes this opportunity unique?

Own the enterprise data architecture function within a growing global organisation

Shape the future-state data landscape across multiple major transformation programmes

Play a key role in Civica's AI-first strategy, ensuring data becomes a foundational business capability

Influence executive decision-making and technology strategy

Lead architectural direction across initiatives including finance transformation, professional services automation, integrations, and data migration…