Senior Data Architect

Company: Systemiq Ltd.
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Company Description Systemiq is a system-change company committed to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement by transforming markets and business models in five key systems: nature and food, materials and circularity, energy, urban areas, and sustainable finance. As a certified B Corp, we combine strategic advisory with high-impact, on-the-ground work, partnering with business, finance, policy-makers, and civil society to deliver system change. Since our start in 2016, we have grown to more than 350 people working across locations in Brazil, Germany, France, Indonesia, Netherlands, UK and the US. We are a pure-play sustainability-focused company, dedicated exclusively to sustainability projects.

What We Do Systemiq orchestrates system change in clean energy, circular material solutions, and sustainable land use. This involves re-imagining industries, re-configuring the energy world, and regenerating ecosystems to address systemic failures, unlocking economic opportunities that benefit business, society, and the environment.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Data Systems Architect to scope and design a robust, centralised data architecture for a large-scale, multi-stakeholder initiative. The role involves mapping existing data flows, assessing system capabilities, and designing an integrated future-state architecture that meets both operational and strategic requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Data Landscape Assessment

  • Conduct stakeholder interviews to identify current data sources, workflows, and platforms.
  • Map existing data flows and assess data quality, governance, and accessibility.
  • Benchmark existing tools and systems against best-practice solutions in similar ecosystems.

Future-State System Design

  • Define an ideal data architecture that enables seamless integration, governance, and analytics.
  • Create high-level design documentation aligned with strategic goals and operational needs.
  • Recommend approaches for interoperability, scalability, and security.

Business Requirements & Procurement Support

  • Translate user needs into clear, prioritised technical and functional requirements.
  • Contribute to the development of an RFP to engage a qualified system developer.
  • Advise on vendor evaluation criteria and selection processes.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Facilitate alignment across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Build consensus on requirements, timelines, and governance models

Required Skills & Experience

  • 5+ years’ experience in designing and implementing data system architecture.
  • Proven track record in multi-stakeholder data governance, access control, and interoperability.
  • Proficiency in API integration and data exchange standards.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Business/Native Fluency in English.
  • Experience with Agri-commodity supply chain, sustainability, or field-level data collection systems.
  • Understanding of GIS, traceability, or certification systems.
  • Proficiency in additional languages. Ie French particularly welcome
  • Commitment: 70–100% (25–40 hrs/week), approx. 3 months with potential extension.
  • Location: Remote with potential for travel as required.

This job offers unique opportunities for personal development and impact.

  • Working for Systemiq collaboratively with many key industry partners
  • Developing a new data system that aspires to become a flagship solution in the commodity supply chains

Why Join Us

This role offers a unique opportunity to design a flagship data system for a high-impact initiative, working alongside a passionate, multidisciplinary team. You will help shape a solution that drives systemic change and sets a benchmark for digital infrastructure in complex, collaborative ecosystems.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Systemiq, we believe that diversity and inclusion are crucial to system change and our mission. We are committed to:

  • Embedding diverse and inclusive practices in all aspects of our work, including recruitment, performance management, and people processes and policies.
  • Providing a supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and perform at their best, regardless of background, personality, gender, sexual orientation, race, mental health, religion, or other characteristics.
  • Supporting our people through all life stages, accommodating personal priorities, and promoting a sustainable approach to work and life.

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Contract

Job function

  • Job function

    Consulting and Supply Chain

  • Industries

    Business Consulting and Services, Strategic Management Services, and Environmental Services

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