ITProFound Inc is hiring a Senior Data Architect/Modeller for its direct client in the Land & Resources Cluster in Toronto. This full-time onsite role offers a hybrid schedule (three days on site, two remote) for an initial 8 month term with extension potential, Job ID RQ11266 at 40 St. Clair Ave W. The ideal candidate will lead information architecture work, define requirements with clients, perform complex IA reviews, and develop enterprise architecture deliverables while supporting data migration and prototyping. Key skills include cross platform and database experience, CASE tools and modelling apps (ERWIN, Visio, PowerDesigner), metadata and data dictionaries, and strong communication. To apply, tailor your resume to IA projects and tool proficiency, cite measurable outcomes, and show collaboration with management for AGP1 and Architecture Review Board milestones.
Job ID: RQ11266 - Data Architect/Modeller - Senior
Experience and Skill Set Requirements
Mandatory Skills:
Knowledge and experience in information resource management tools and techniques
Defines, identifies and describes information architectural requirements with clients, and obtains I&IT management approval.
Ability to complete complex information architecture reviews and assessments, development and/or support projects, to support new and changed enterprise priorities and initiatives, and client clusters’ and their clients’ information architecture and/or business needs.
Experience with at least two different platforms, operating systems, environments, database technologies, languages and communications protocols
Knowledge of performance considerations for different database designs in different environments
Experience in structured methodologies for the design, development and implementation of applications
Experience in systems analysis and design in large or medium systems environments
Experience in the use of Computer Aided Software Engineering (CASE) tools for the development and documentation of data architectures and detailed data models
Experience in the use of data modelling methods and tools (e.g. ERWIN, VISIO, PowerDesigner) including a working knowledge of metadata structures, repository functions, and data dictionaries
Knowledge and experience in the use of information retrieval packages Awareness of emerging I&IT trends and directions
Experience in monitoring and enforcing data modelling/normalization standards
Experience in developing enterprise architecture deliverables (e.g. models)
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills; verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and negotiation skills
A team player with a track record for meeting deadlines
Resource will build upon the Conceptual and Logical Data Models which are technology-and application-independent and will assist with the following tasks/deliverables:
Continue ‘data prototyping’ to proof CDM recommendation
Refine the Logical Data Model as required.
Support MECP in developing their Data Migration strategy/plan
Assist with Alpha prototyping and/or proofs-of-concept
Support development of enterprise architecture artefacts for submission to Architecture Review Board for Architecture Gate Point 1 (AGP1) in spring 2027
Desirable Skills:
Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practices
Knowledge and understanding of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards
Experience with middleware and gateways
Experience in designing/developing an automated data distribution mechanism
Knowledge and understanding of object-oriented analysis and design techniques.
Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practices
Experience creating detailed data standards to enable integration with other systems
Experience reviewing conceptual, logical and physical data models for quality and adherence to standards Knowledge and understanding of dimensional and relational data models
Knowledge and experience in information resource management tools and techniques