About the role
**Technical Architect Services (12-24 Month Contract)
Location: Victoria/Hybrid
Staffing Placement Opportunity** 2. Experience 3. Skills and Expertise
- Education
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline. Coursework in database management, data architecture, systems analysis, and computer programming is highly beneficial.
- Preference will be given to candidates who hold the Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) certification.
- Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in areas such as database administration, data engineering, and programming.
Technical Skills The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of data management principles and a wide range of technical proficiencies. Key technical skills include:
- Data Modeling and Design: Ability to design and implement data models that represent the structure and relationships of data, including conceptual, logical, and physical models.
- Database Management: Expertise in relational and non-relational databases (MS SQL, Oracle, MS Access).
- Data Warehousing and ETL: Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and experience with Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) and Extract, Load, Transform (ELT) processes, including proficiency with ETL tools and technologies.
- Cloud Computing: Experience with major cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure for building and managing data architectures.
- Programming Languages: Familiarity with programming languages commonly used in data management, such as SQL, Python, Java, and Perl.
- Data Governance and Security: Strong understanding of data security, privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA), and the ability to implement and maintain effective data governance policies.
Soft Skills Skills In addition to technical expertise, the successful candidate will have strong soft skills to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment. These include:
- Communication: Ability to clearly convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including management and senior leadership.
- Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex data challenges, identify connections, and design innovative solutions.
- Leadership: Capable of leading discussions with other departments and divisions while working closely with a Project Manager.
- Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including business analysts and systems analysts, to align data strategies with business objectives.
- Business Acumen: Strong understanding of business processes, goals, and strategies to ensure data solutions effectively support organizational needs.
Note; this is an opportunity with a Microserve client.
About Microserve
Microserve is an IT solutions company rooted in a philosophy of long-term partnerships and continuous innovation. Our outstanding team has delivered IT solutions to clients across BC and Alberta for over 35 years. Based in Burnaby BC, Microserve also holds branches in Victoria, Edmonton, and Calgary in addition to service networks across both provinces.
Since 1987 businesses have trusted Microserve for extensive experience and expertise in providing IT solutions across BC and Alberta, a commitment to excellence in all of our service offerings ensuring only the highest level of quality and client satisfaction, and a focus on relationships and dedication to supporting the long-term best interests of our clients. We are committed to excellence in everything that we do. This commitment to maintaining a high level of expertise in the constantly changing IT industry and to developing long-term relationships has allowed us to establish and maintain a strong market position as one of the largest independent IT solution providers in Western Canada.
We provide services in: Managed Services, IT Security Services, Modern Workplace, Data Centre, Backup & Disaster Recovery, Audio Visual Solutions, Cloud Services, IT Staffing, Projects & IT Consulting, IT Procurement, End User Computing, Managed Print Services
About the role
**Technical Architect Services (12-24 Month Contract)
Location: Victoria/Hybrid
Staffing Placement Opportunity** 2. Experience 3. Skills and Expertise
- Education
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline. Coursework in database management, data architecture, systems analysis, and computer programming is highly beneficial.
- Preference will be given to candidates who hold the Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) certification.
- Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in areas such as database administration, data engineering, and programming.
Technical Skills The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of data management principles and a wide range of technical proficiencies. Key technical skills include:
- Data Modeling and Design: Ability to design and implement data models that represent the structure and relationships of data, including conceptual, logical, and physical models.
- Database Management: Expertise in relational and non-relational databases (MS SQL, Oracle, MS Access).
- Data Warehousing and ETL: Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and experience with Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) and Extract, Load, Transform (ELT) processes, including proficiency with ETL tools and technologies.
- Cloud Computing: Experience with major cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure for building and managing data architectures.
- Programming Languages: Familiarity with programming languages commonly used in data management, such as SQL, Python, Java, and Perl.
- Data Governance and Security: Strong understanding of data security, privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA), and the ability to implement and maintain effective data governance policies.
Soft Skills Skills In addition to technical expertise, the successful candidate will have strong soft skills to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment. These include:
- Communication: Ability to clearly convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including management and senior leadership.
- Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex data challenges, identify connections, and design innovative solutions.
- Leadership: Capable of leading discussions with other departments and divisions while working closely with a Project Manager.
- Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including business analysts and systems analysts, to align data strategies with business objectives.
- Business Acumen: Strong understanding of business processes, goals, and strategies to ensure data solutions effectively support organizational needs.
Note; this is an opportunity with a Microserve client.
About Microserve
Microserve is an IT solutions company rooted in a philosophy of long-term partnerships and continuous innovation. Our outstanding team has delivered IT solutions to clients across BC and Alberta for over 35 years. Based in Burnaby BC, Microserve also holds branches in Victoria, Edmonton, and Calgary in addition to service networks across both provinces.
Since 1987 businesses have trusted Microserve for extensive experience and expertise in providing IT solutions across BC and Alberta, a commitment to excellence in all of our service offerings ensuring only the highest level of quality and client satisfaction, and a focus on relationships and dedication to supporting the long-term best interests of our clients. We are committed to excellence in everything that we do. This commitment to maintaining a high level of expertise in the constantly changing IT industry and to developing long-term relationships has allowed us to establish and maintain a strong market position as one of the largest independent IT solution providers in Western Canada.
We provide services in: Managed Services, IT Security Services, Modern Workplace, Data Centre, Backup & Disaster Recovery, Audio Visual Solutions, Cloud Services, IT Staffing, Projects & IT Consulting, IT Procurement, End User Computing, Managed Print Services