Information Architect

TechInsights

  • Ottawa, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
OUR STORYTechInsights is the information platform for the semiconductor industry.Regarded as the most trusted source of actionable, in-depth intelligence related to semiconductor innovation and surrounding markets, TechInsights’ content informs decision makers and professionals whose success depends on accurate knowledge of the semiconductor industry—past, present, or future.Over 650 companies and 75,000 users access the TechInsights Platform, the world’s largest vertically integrated collection of unmatched reverse engineering, teardown, and market analysis in the semiconductor industry. This collection includes detailed circuit analysis, imagery, semiconductor process flows, device teardowns, illustrations, costing and pricing information, forecasts, market analysis, and expert commentary. TechInsights’ customers include the most successful technology companies who rely on TechInsights’ analysis to make informed business, design, and product decisions faster and with greater confidence. For more information, visit www.techinsights.com.THE OPPORTUNITYTechInsights is currently seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Information Architect. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the technical experts throughout the business to understand, define, and make improvement recommendations on how the Data and information architecture should be structured and how the data is integrated throughout the various systems use this data. Furthermore, the Information Architect will play a crucial part in influencing the technology roadmap for all systems, ensuring they evolve in alignment with the broader business strategy. Furthermore, the Information Architect will contribute to the Technology Roadmap for all systems including these systems evolve to deliver the overall business strategyThis role will be based out of our Ottawa office.WHAT YOU WILL DO
  • Architect the Enterprise Data Model
  • Take architectural ownership of Data and Information, based on guidance from the Chief Architect
  • Understand and Document the business use of information
  • Understand what systems and data is used by each business unit
  • Document how various systems interact and why this interaction is important to the business stakeholders
  • Document how data is being transferred
  • Document the as-is enterprise data model
  • Identify areas of improvement and efficiencies:
  • Identify any inefficiencies in the current processes and recommend quick wins
  • Work with the Engineers and Architects to define a plan and approach to fix these issues
  • Define the Target State architecture
  • With a grounding in the business strategy and objectives, define the target state information architecture and enterprise data model
  • Break this down into smaller, achievable deliverables that deliver incremental benefits
  • Work with the Engineering and Product Management teams to implement the required changes that move us from the As-Is to the target state architecture
  • Contribute to the Roadmap and Strategy
  • Factor-in corporate strategy and plans for business systems (e.g. Salesforce, Pardot)
  • Clearly define role, scope, and interfaces for all major components
  • Work with Product Management team to align information architecture improvements with tangible business benefits
  • Build and maintain rapport with internal resources and teams to facilitate efficient and effective communication and to ensure alignment of priorities
  • Perform POCs and explore new solutions
  • Identify areas of improvement in the architecture. These could be technological or commercial improvements.
  • If necessary, perform POCs with new solutions
  • Explore new areas of investment or new commercial models required with existing vendors
WHO YOU ARE
  • Minimum 5-6 years of experience
  • Post-secondary education in Business Management, Computer or Data Science or related discipline, or equivalent experience A bias for action and iteration
  • Background in building technical integrated products
  • Knowledge of Enterprise, Data, and Software Architecture
  • Knowledge of software concepts and applications, ideally with hands-on experience developing software programs
  • Experience participating within project management frameworks and methodologies
  • Experience in an Agile environment
  • Experience with Graph DB would be an asset
  • Proven ability to act as the lead voice in technical project teams, evaluate performance, and manage conflicts
  • Skill in interacting across teams
  • Strong critical thinking skills including the ability to recognize underlying issues and implications of decisions or courses of action
  • Well-organized with strong attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
As part of the recruitment process for this position, you will be required to submit your latest citizenship and/or permanent residency information. This information will be used to comply with U.S. Export Control Laws and Regulations.WHY WORK WITH US
  • Competitive pay and generous benefits (medical, dental, vision, wellness, RRSP Matching)
  • Flexible vacation policy
  • Annual fitness reimbursement
  • Strong sense of camaraderie, mutual respect and shared goals among colleagues
  • Support for community through charitable alliances
  • Professional and career development opportunities
  • Wellness resources and support from management
Technology knows no bounds, and neither does TechInsights. Bringing together talented humans from different perspectives, backgrounds and abilities is something we take seriously. We’re committed to building an inclusive environment that welcomes you to be your authentic self and allows us to push past the boundaries together.TechInsights is committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.As part of any recruitment process, TechInsights collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use that data and to meeting our data protection obligations. Our Privacy policy can be referenced here: https://www.techinsights.com/privacy-policyPowered by JazzHR

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