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We have an opportunity at nbn as a Principal Data Architect reporting to the Executive Manager Data & Analytics Architecture.
A bit about your role
The Principal Data Architect defines governs and evolves nbns enterprisewide ontology and data models that support the digital twin knowledge graph and broader data ecosystem. The role provides leadership across all major business domains to ensure semantic consistency alignment with enterprise data modelling practices and integration into analytics automation and AIdriven decisionmaking.
It oversees ontology and data model governance quality assurance and standards enables digitaltwin and advanced analytics use cases and works closely with key stakeholders across the organisation while maintaining alignment with industry standards.
A bit about you
The ideal candidate has strong expertise in enterprise ontology engineering and enterprise data modelling supported by formal training in data architecture or semantic technologies. They bring deep capability across conceptual logical canonical and physical data modelling with the ability to integrate these models into semantic frameworksideally within telecommunications or other complex assetbased environments.
They are highly skilled in RDF OWL SHACL SPARQL and graph databases and can effectively communicate and influence senior technical and business stakeholders. The role also requires strong analytical planning organisational and governance skills to drive alignment and quality across enterprise ontology and data modelling practices.
Life at nbn
To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. Theres so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australias best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses plus places and things everywhere. Were continuing to create Australias networka network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.
A more inclusive working world
nbn is committed to an inclusive flexible and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard valued and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages nationalities abilities and cultures. Thats why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan Accessibility & Inclusion Plan offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave are a Pride in Diversity Platinum Employer and have active employee-led diversity pillars.Click here to see our list of employee benefitsand why were recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women.
Equal Opportunities for All
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Where to from here
If you think this role might be for you we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.
Please note that this is a permanent opportunity and applications for this role will close at midnight 25th March 2026.
To be eligible to apply for this role you should have valid working rights in Australia.
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