Lead Data Architect & Coordinator VERV000002

Lead Data Architect & Coordinator

Location: Zellik (hybrid) Brusselsesteenweg Zellik Belgium
Mode of work: Full-time Hybrid Time & Material
Start Date: 01/06/2026
Application Deadline: 31/05/2026
Contract Duration: Until 31/12/2028 (renewable)

We are looking for a Lead Data Architect & Coordinator to define and deliver the future data platform and architecture that will enable this transformation.

This is a strategic leadership role where you will shape how data becomes a core business asset and enable scalable AI adoption across the organization.

Role Overview

As Lead Data Architect & Coordinator you will:

• Define and evolve the enterprise data architecture and data strategy
• Design and oversee the implementation of a modern scalable data platform
• Enable AI-readiness across systems pipelines and data models
• Coordinate data initiatives across multiple teams and stakeholders
• Align architecture decisions with business and operational priorities
• Ensure data governance quality security and compliance standards
• Support the transition toward AI-driven decision-making across the organization

You will report directly to the CIO and act as a key strategic partner in shaping the companys digital and data future.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of end-to-end data architecture (ingestion storage processing analytics)
• Build and guide the implementation of a centralized data platform
• Define data standards modeling practices and integration patterns
• Coordinate cross-functional data initiatives across IT and business teams
• Support the rollout of AI/ML capabilities and data products
• Ensure scalability performance and resilience of data systems
• Establish governance frameworks for data quality and lifecycle management
• Translate business needs into technical data solutions and roadmaps

Required Experience & Skills

• Proven experience as a Data Architect or in a similar senior data role
• Strong experience designing enterprise data platforms
• Experience with data engineering pipelines and cloud-based architectures
• Strong understanding of data modeling integration and analytics systems
• Experience working in complex multi-country or enterprise environments
• Ability to align technical architecture with business strategy
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

What We Offer

• Strategic leadership role in a high-impact transformation program
• Opportunity to design a greenfield data platform from the ground up
• Direct influence on AI and data strategy
• Hybrid working model
• Long-term assignment with renewal potential