Data Architect / Data Modeller

Data Architect / Data Modeller

Hybrid model – 6 days per month onsite (Kraków) Rate: 180–200 PLN/h B2B

We are looking for an experienced Data Architect / Data Modeller to join the CIB Data & Analytics IT organisation, responsible for defining data management principles and delivering core data services across a large‑scale financial environment. The role combines architectural leadership, modelling expertise, and close collaboration with global stakeholders in a dynamic and demanding setting.

Your Responsibilities:

• Understand business requirements through close collaboration with the CIB Chief Data Office, business users, and subject matter experts.

• Translate business needs into solution designs, functional requirements, and data architecture deliverables.

• Communicate functional solutions to development teams and support them throughout implementation.

• Work with production support teams to ensure new solutions are well understood and maintainable.

• Promote data architecture best practices, standards, and modelling techniques across the organisation.

• Contribute to conceptual, logical, and semantic data models supporting trusted sources and reusable data assets.

• Participate in design reviews and ensure alignment with the CIB Data Architecture strategy.

• Provide thought leadership and influence stakeholders to adopt consistent data standards.

• Operate effectively in a distributed, multi‑regional environment requiring strong communication and collaboration.

Core Skills & Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience as a Data Architect in a large, complex, geographically dispersed organisation.

• Strong understanding of data value, data management, and applying technology to business strategy.

• Experience in Financial Services, especially in data‑focused domains (Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data Management).

• Proven logical data modelling skills and experience delivering conceptual and logical models.

• Ability to think abstractly, recognise architectural patterns, and see the bigger picture.

• Knowledge of industry modelling standards (BIAN, FSDM, BDW).

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to challenge designs and resolve complex issues.

• Ability to quickly understand existing data landscapes and apply modelling skills to new contexts.

• Experience with modelling tools such as Visual Paradigm, IBM Infosphere Data Architect, or Erwin.

• Excellent communication skills, including virtual collaboration across regions.

• Strong planning, organisation, and time‑management abilities.

• Ability to work independently with high self‑awareness and ownership.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Hadoop ecosystems (Cloudera/HortonWorks).

• Exposure to GCP, Azure, or equivalent cloud data platforms (BigQuery, Dataflow, Dataproc).

• Experience with streaming technologies (Kafka, Flink, Pub/Sub).

• Understanding of integration patterns and MDM principles.

• Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF.

• Experience working in agile delivery environments.

What We Offer:

• Long‑term B2B cooperation at 180–200 PLN/h.

• Hybrid work model with 6 days per month onsite in Kraków.

• Private medical care package LuxMed.

• Multisport card.

• Work in a global, modern, data‑driven environment within CIB Data & Analytics IT.

• Opportunity to influence enterprise‑level data architecture and modelling standards.

Why apply for an Antal job offer?

When your application is successful, you will be supported by a dedicated Consultant who will stay in regular contact with you (via email or phone), help you prepare for interviews with your future employer, and ensure a smooth and professional recruitment process.

About Antal

Antal is a leading recruitment and HR advisory company, present in Poland since 1996 and later expanded to the Czech Republic and Hungary. Across the CEE region, we employ around 150 professionals who deliver a full range of services – from specialist and executive recruitment, employee outsourcing and HR consulting, to employer branding and market research.

Our division-based structure combines deep industry expertise with functional specialisation, enabling us to provide tailored solutions for companies in every sector. We act as a trusted partner for both employers and candidates, sharing our knowledge and guiding them through every stage of the talent journey. We connect exceptional people with the right opportunities and help organisations build successful teams.