Senior Data Architect (PostgreSQL + Graph Databases)

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Hiring Remotely in Canada
Remote or Hybrid
Senior level
Healthtech • Information Technology • Software • Analytics • Consulting • Cybersecurity • App development
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The Role
Design and lead scalable enterprise data architectures using PostgreSQL and graph databases. Define logical and physical data models, optimize performance, modernize databases, integrate relational and graph systems, support AI/analytics platforms, produce governance documentation, and guide engineering teams through implementation.
Summary Generated by Built In
ELEKS is looking for a Senior Data Architect (PostgreSQL + Graph Databases) in Canada.
Alberta-based candidates are strongly preferred (Calgary or Edmonton). Canada-based candidates will also be considered.
 
ABOUT CLIENT

Our customer is building a next-generation AI platform that enables organizations to securely develop, govern, and operationalize artificial intelligence while ensuring that sensitive data and organizational knowledge remain fully under their control. The platform combines advanced AI capabilities with enterprise-grade governance, security, and data sovereignty to support mission-critical decision-making.

The solution serves government organizations and enterprise customers operating in highly regulated and security-sensitive environments, where reliability, accountability, and trust are essential. The platform supports intelligent decision-making across strategic planning, workforce intelligence, and organizational operations, helping customers leverage AI without compromising security, compliance, or control over their data.

REQUIREMENTS

  • 8+ years of experience in Data Architecture
  • Expert knowledge of PostgreSQL architecture, optimization, and data modeling
  • Experience designing large-scale relational data platforms
  • Experience working with Graph Databases (Neo4j, Neptune, TigerGraph, etc.)
  • Strong knowledge of data integration, ETL/ELT processes, and modern data platforms
  • Experience with cloud-native database services
  • Familiarity with semantic data modeling is a plus
  • Experience supporting AI and analytics platforms
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Upper-Intermediate or higher level of English

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Design scalable enterprise data architecture using PostgreSQL and graph technologies
  • Define logical and physical data models
  • Lead database modernization initiatives
  • Optimize database performance and scalability
  • Define integration strategies between relational and graph databases
  • Collaborate with AI and platform engineering teams
  • Support technical discovery and solution design
  • Create architecture standards and governance documentation
  • Guide engineering teams throughout implementation

Skills Required

  • 8+ years of experience in Data Architecture
  • Expert knowledge of PostgreSQL architecture, optimization, and data modeling
  • Experience designing large-scale relational data platforms
  • Experience working with Graph Databases (Neo4j, Neptune, TigerGraph)
  • Strong knowledge of data integration, ETL/ELT processes, and modern data platforms
  • Experience with cloud-native database services
  • Familiarity with semantic data modeling
  • Experience supporting AI and analytics platforms
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Upper-Intermediate or higher level of English
  • Alberta-based candidates preferred (Calgary or Edmonton); Canada-based candidates considered

ELEKS Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ELEKS and has not been reviewed or approved by ELEKS.

  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Well-being support is positioned as a meaningful part of the package, including mental-health/psychological support and wellness offerings in some locations. Flexible work options (remote-friendly/hybrid and flexible hours) also add day-to-day lifestyle value beyond base pay.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off coverage is described as broad, with paid vacation and sick leave plus additional paid days for life events and the option for unpaid days. Sabbatical-like options are also referenced, suggesting additional flexibility for extended leave in some circumstances.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility Long-term rewards include opportunities to buy company shares or convert a yearly bonus into shares. This provides an additional wealth-building path beyond salary for eligible employees.

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The Company
HQ: Istanbul
2,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1991

What We Do

ELEKS is the partner of choice for many of the world's leading enterprises, SMEs and technology challengers. We help businesses elevate their value through custom software development, product design, QA and consultancy services. We deliver high tech innovations to Fortune 500 companies, big enterprises and technology challengers, improving the ways they work and boosting the value they create for the modern world. Our 2000+ professionals located in the Delivery Centers across Eastern Europe and sales offices in Europe, the US and UK, provide our clients with a full range of software services. These include dedicated teams, product development, R&D and technology consulting. For more information, please visit: eleks.com

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