Job Description
Data Architecture Consultant [TDC-DAX]
About the Role
Data Architecture Consultants play a critical role in enabling data-driven business transformation by designing, governing, and operationalizing enterprise data assets. As organizations increasingly recognize data as a core management asset, the need for robust data architecture, governance, and utilization frameworks has become central to digital transformation and AI initiatives.
With the rapid adoption of generative AI, new challenges have emerged—such as ensuring trusted data, enabling secure data sharing, and building scalable knowledge architectures. In this role, you will support clients from strategy formulation through implementation and organizational transformation, leveraging the latest data management and governance technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Formulate enterprise-level data strategies aligned with business objectives
- Design and implement data governance frameworks and operating models
- Develop data models aligned to client business processes
- Lead and support data integration initiatives and architecture design
- Define and implement data management capabilities (e.g., data quality, metadata, data catalogs)
- Provide education and training to promote effective data utilization across organizations
- Collaborate with client stakeholders ranging from operational teams to executive leadership (including CDOs)
Project Examples
- Manufacturing: Design and implementation of data visualization and analytics platforms for production processes
- Retail: Customer data architecture and analytics to support marketing strategy development
- Finance: Enterprise data integration platforms supporting risk management and compliance
Why Join This Role
Cutting-Edge Data Technology
Work with the latest data management, governance, and integration technologies to solve real business challenges.
Cross-Industry Exposure
Gain broad experience by supporting data initiatives across multiple industries.
Executive Engagement
Engage directly with senior stakeholders and executives, contributing to high-impact strategic decision-making.
Career Path & Growth Opportunities
- Participate in diverse domestic and international projects
- Develop deep specialization in data architecture, governance, and strategy
- Access continuous training on emerging technologies and industry trends
- Support for professional certifications
- Leadership development through project leadership and mentoring opportunities
Required Experience & Skills
Associate / Senior Associate
Must have at least one of the following:
- Hands-on experience in database design and data management
- Working knowledge of SQL or similar data manipulation languages
- Practical experience in data analysis (experience with BI tools preferred)
Manager and Above
- Experience leading or managing multiple projects (IT or data-related)
- Team leadership experience, including mentoring and developing junior members
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Experience planning, designing, and implementing data utilization or data integration platforms for DX initiatives
- Experience with Master Data Management (MDM) systems
- Experience establishing data governance frameworks, policies, and operating models
- Experience implementing data management capabilities such as data catalogs and data quality management
Desired Attributes
- Strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders
- Strong learning mindset and curiosity about emerging technologies
- Team-oriented mindset with respect for diversity
- Leadership mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive outcomes
Work Location
- Tokyo
- Osaka