Senior Data Architect - Global HR (f/m/x)
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Senior Data Architecture & Governance role at Zeiss Group. Oberkochen · full-time.
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What you'll do
- Set the direction for global HR data architecture, keeping it aligned with the wider ZEISS enterprise vision
- Shape how HR information is organized and connected to support real-time analysis and AI or machine learning
- Coordinate data governance, architecture, systems and AI work with IT, digital partners and HR teams worldwide
- Build HR data platforms and DataOps, including Azure landing and warehouse environments and SAP Business Data Cloud
- Initially develop pipelines, models and integrations yourself, then guide the teams delivering that work
What you bring
- A relevant master's degree in computing, information systems, data science or a similar area
- Eight to ten years in data architecture or engineering, including HR data or systems work across global or multi-region settings
- Strong knowledge of HCM platforms and modern data systems, including integration methods such as APIs and ETL
- Business-level English and the ability to make technical ideas clear while guiding stakeholders through change
Who this fits
This suits a senior, hands-on data architect who can later steer delivery capabilities and work with HR and technology teams across regions. Business-level English is required; German is an advantage.
From the employer
About us
In the Corporate HR Transformation, Operations & Insights department at ZEISS, we shape the future of how ZEISS works and grows worldwide. As a global partner to all HR teams, we design and govern end‑to‑end HR System Landscape, HR Core Processes, and platforms, build strong international communities, and ensure excellent, reliable HR Services Delivery with a data and AI centric perspective In all we do, we are leveraging automation, data, and AI to create a high‑performance, insight‑driven HR organization. Joining us means playing a key role in turning data into better decisions, modern technology into smarter ways of working, and global collaboration into real business impact for ZEISS.
Your role at Transformation, Operations & Insights
As the Senior Data Architect in our Global HR Data, Analytics and AI team you will…
Own the target picture, design, and continuous development of the global HR Data Architecture, embedded in the ZEISS Enterprise Vision
Define how HR data is structured, integrated, and processed – with a focus on modular, integrated architectures, real-time analytics, and AI/ML readiness
Collaborate closely with Corporate IT, ZEISS Digital Partners and HR functions worldwide to orchestrate data governance, architecture, systems, and AI solutions
Build and steer the HR data infrastructure and DataOps (e.g., HR Data Landing Zone on Azure, Azure Warehouse, SAP Business Data Cloud)
Take on hands-on data engineering tasks initially (pipelines, modelling, integration), and later steer the corresponding delivery capabilities
Translate complex technical topics into clear messages, actively manage stakeholders, and support change processes in a global HR context
If you want to know more about the role, kindly contact the responsible Recruiter: Sandro Phan (sandro.phan@zeiss.com).
Your profile
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or similar; ideally complemented by relevant certifications or a PhD in data/AI
8–10 years of experience in data architecture/data engineering, with proven experience in HR systems or the HR data domain in global or multi-regional environments
Deep technical understanding of HCM systems (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, Oracle HCM) as well as modern data platforms and integration tools (e.g., Azure, Snowflake, APIs, ETL)
Strong systems thinking and conceptual strength combined with a hands-on mentality and experience building modern data architectures for AI/ML
Excellent communication, change, and stakeholder management skills; able to explain complex topics in a simple way and guide people through transformation
ideally experience in organizations with an advanced digital/data agenda and working in global, diverse teams
English business proficiency is a must-have, German proficiency is a plus
Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation, or identity.
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Sandro Phan
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