Director - Axial Technology Data Design – Information Architect

Job Title - Director - Axial Technology Data Design - Information Architect We are one purpose-led global organisation The enablers and innovators ensuring that we can fulfil our mission to push the boundaries of science and discover and develop life-changing medicines We take pride in working close to the cause opening the locks to save lives ultimately making a massive difference to the outside world AstraZeneca AZ is in a period of strong growth and our employees have a united purpose to make a difference to patients around the world who need both our medicines and the ongoing developments from our science In this journey AZ must continue to work across borders and with partners and new colleagues in a fast and seamless way The ambition size and complexity of the organisation coupled with the opportunities afforded by new technology has led the Board to approve a large scale transformation of the IT landscape by the replacement of current ERP Enterprise Resource Planning systems with one global solution Our current technology is used by more than 20 000 employees daily is foundational to all AZ entities and is central to most core business processes Yet this is not an IT or technology led programme rather this provides the opportunity for real business transformation and to shape the way of working globally for many years to come By the time of its completion this programme will impact every AZ product every AZ supplier every of cash collected from AZ customers and every external financial and internal KPI report This programme requires the best Whether it be the technical skills business understanding or change leadership we want to ensure we have the strongest team deployed throughout The programme seeks to deliver a world class change programme that leaves all employees with a fuller understanding of their role in the end-to-end nature of our global company This programme will provide AZ with a competitive edge to the benefits of its employees and patients The Information Architecture lead is part of the Axial Technology Data Design team and has full end to end accountability to lead the design and governance of information models and architectures master data transformation rules metadata and data lineage for our global processes You will support and lead the information and data architecture development of both operational transactional and analytical systems minimizing the number of data transformations across the estate and assuring architectural and metadata development to appropriate standards and guidelines As part of the role you will also support and lead the design of reference and master data management solutions both at programme and enterprise level leading case analysis and development You will also oversee data analysis and appropriate data modelling activities passionate about profiling and understanding data to support Information Architecture activities and engineering software specialist implementation The challenge of the Information Architecture lead is to understand business requirements and translate them into a realistic IT delivery plan where the requirements of the business are tensioned against the practicalities of delivering a technology platform and capability to support those requirements This will be a partnership with the business to ensure the balance of requirements and AZ IT strategy and technology plans are met The Information Architecture lead will support the design and governance of information models and architectures master data transformation rules metadata and data lineage for our global processes This includes defining leveraging and extending standard AstraZeneca reference architectures data models and design patterns This includes Focus on the Information Architecture and Data Analysis capabilities for Axial programme Establish strong working relationship with Enterprise Information and Data Architecture groups to develop an in-depth understanding of business priorities and data requirements Collaborating with the Enterprise Data Information Architecture team you will be an active member of the Axial Technology Data Design team developing our ways of working working to ensure a coordinated approach to information architecture across AstraZeneca Accountable for the alignment and evolution of the AZ information Architecture Data Model Taxonomy Glossary and Ontologies and the application of those models in solution design and implementation in Axial Programme Responsible for the delivery of the data information design through the provision of coordinated Information Architecture services and design across solutions including Data flow design across the enterprise from System of Record to Analytics applications Data structure types and information model design needed for a solution such as raw conform and consumption data layers Project level oversight of Data Models Metadata Linage Taxonomies and Ontologies Data transformation design between systems models including business rule design and management Design of metadata describing data assets catalogued Master and Reference data design within and across systems enterprise Alignment with AstraZeneca s Information Governance regulations and frameworks Development and enforcement of standard enterprise data element names abbreviations characteristics and domains during the lifecycle of a project Also includes managing all architectural alignment tasks during the lifecycle of a project and that they align with Information Standards and Enterprise Models in the Phase-end QA Checkpoints Responsible for ensuring compliance and governing ongoing architecture and technology innovation Be an active member of appropriate business data governance councils ensuring ongoing information architecture is fit for purpose Accountable for the alignment and evolution of the AZ information Architecture Data Model Taxonomy Glossary and Ontologies and the application of those models in solution design and implementation Responsible for architecture and technology evangelization architecture roadmap and alignment Responsible for developing and performing architecture leading practice and technology education for Axial Programme Responsible for Architectural Governance across all DA disciplines for Axial Programme What you ll do Enterprise Data Accountabilities Responsible for working within the Enterprise Data Architecture Framework of defining extending managing and benchmarking project against best practices models logical physical semantic standards frameworks and the overall Blueprint as owned by the Chief Data Architect Contributes to leaders of the overall Enterprise Data Strategy in partnership the AstraZeneca business functions solution developments and functional project Accountable for the alignment and evolution of the AZ information Architecture Data Model Taxonomy Glossary and Ontologies and the application of those models in solution design and implementation Responsible for ensuring compliance and governing ongoing architecture and technology innovation Responsible for architecture and technology evangelization architecture roadmap and alignment Responsible for developing and performing architecture best practice and technology education Responsible for Architectural Governance across all DA disciplines Delivery Related Accountabilities Responsible for selecting the accurate data architecture patterns as per AZ data framework to fulfil traditional reporting and analytics data science digital and operational business use cases This includes Providing project-level data architecture planning design expertise and execution application on development projects from technical designs and technology standards to Models and IA considerations Based on Axial business requirements that determines the various types of data structure types needed for a project such as raw conform and consumption data layers Leverages the structure model types such as 3rd Normal Form normalized and dimensional structures Providing project level support of Data Models Metadata Linage Taxonomies Ontologies and Information Architecture Best practice and design Supports or leads in the development of Data Integration architecture and overall Data Integration design of a project Approves the various artifacts ensuring enforcement of standard enterprise data element names abbreviations characteristics and domains during the lifecycle of a project Responsible for authoring and reviewing many of the Axial project work to ensure compliance and reuse within Architectural Standards as defined by the Enterprise Information Architecture Practice compliant and aligned to the data standards and data design principles as defined by the Enterprise Information architecture Be seen as an Information Architect expert and trusted by the extended collaborators within Axial programme AZ and any related third parties Essential for the Role Bachelors Degree or equivalent number of years of experience in a Computer Science or Information Management or Data Technology related field Significant experience and knowledge within domain Significant experience building and driving project plans and deliverables to meet objectives The role holder will possess a blend of data information architecture analysis and engineering skills Experience in known industry architectural patterns and IT architecture ways of working Understanding the appropriate data structure and technology based on business use case and completely familiar with data lifecycles Understanding the appropriate data structure and technology based on business use case Experience in the use of data modeling technologies Experience in Agile data definition scrums Experience in the use of metadata cataloguing tools Desirable for the Role Post-graduate degree in MIS Data Management Significant experience in a data information architect role with practical examples of designing and providing data engineering blueprints that have been pragmatically and actually implemented Experience of Information and Data Governance frameworks and their application Experience in Snowflake and SAP S 4 HANA data model Why AstraZeneca At Astrazeneca we re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit There s no better place to make a difference to medicine patients and society An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration and always committed to lifelong learning growth and development We re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare So what s next Are you already imaging yourself joining our team Good because we can t wait to hear from you Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table Brilliant We have one seat available and hope its yours If you re curious to know more then we welcome your application no later than Where can I find out more Our Social Media Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn Follow AstraZeneca on Facebook Follow AstraZeneca on Instagram Date Posted 31-Oct-2025 Closing Date 30-Oct-2025 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds with as wide a range of perspectives as possible and harnessing industry-leading skills We believe that the more inclusive we are the better our work will be We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates regardless of their characteristics We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment and recruitment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements