Principal Architect Data

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand NZ Post Full time
New Zealand Post is an iconic Kiwi organisation with a rich history and a bright future.

We are proud to be the #1 delivery business for New Zealand and we're working hard behind the scenes to build digital solutions that deliver a world class experience to senders and receivers alike.

We currently have a vacancy for a Principal Architect Data, we're looking for someone who has....

Fantastic engagement skills - you connect, communicate and influence stakeholders to build consensus on the best plan going forward, for both immediate and strategic needs, with a business partnering approach

Expert skills in data architecture methodology and practices, applied in a pragmatic manner in a dynamic agile environment

The credibility and skill to extend our predictive AI (Artificial Intelligence) capabilities

Experience handling data warehouse transition toSnowflake, and working with the data engineers to design and implement best practices in our platform

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

This role spearheads our data strategy, leading and shaping the future of data architecture within our complex organisation.

This includes designing, developing, and overseeing our data architecture for both operational and analytical environments and always ensuring that what we are doing aligns to our organisational objectives.

This role has a key collaborative focus working with various other Data and Technology teams plus wider business leaders and business units.

Mōu - About you


Your career history to date will very clearly demonstrate multiple years of experience operating at a Technical Lead or Architect level.

This will also specifically cover Data Architecture or a similar role designing and implementing data solutions on a size and scale which is comparable to our organisation.

You will also be proficient in SQL and experienced with database technologies such as Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc. Experience with cloud-based data platforms will also be a key part of your work history.

A more in-depth look into the experience required for this role is contained within the Job Description which is available to view on the NZ Post careers website.


Alongside your technical skills you will encompass a collaborative working style and the ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

You will have successful experience building and maintaining effective relationships and enjoy working as part of a team. Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and facilitation skills are also imperative to the success of this role.

Hiahia? - Interested? Come and join the whanau

Applications for this position close on 25 February 2024.
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