Data Engineering
Who/What is Artefact?
Artefact is a next-generation strategy and data consulting firm dedicated to transforming organizations through data and AI. We combine the rigor of top-tier strategy consulting with deep expertise in data, digital, and analytics to help clients achieve tangible
business impact.
With 1,800+ consultants, data scientists, and engineers across 23 countries, we work with global leaders such as Samsung, L’Oréal, Orange, and Sanofi. Our Zurich office is at the heart of Artefact’s growth, advising clients on their most pressing strategic challenges — from AI strategy and governance to digital transformation roadmaps and new business model design.
The role
We are looking for a Senior Data & AI Architect who combines business strategy and technology across Data and GenAI. You will design the operating model and the organization of the Data & GenAI CoE, define the target architecture, and steer data products from demand through to rollout.
Key responsibilities
Operating model and organization
Design the Data & AI operating model (centralized, federated, hub-and-spoke) following Data Mesh principles: roles, responsibilities, domain ownership and governance mechanisms.
Define the organization of the Data & GenAI CoE: scope, service catalogue, skills, sizing and engagement model with business domains.
Design end-to-end processes for demand management, use case prioritization, funding and value tracking.
Architecture and technology choices
Define the target data platform architecture on cloud (Azure, AWS, GCP) and Databricks, including GenA