Overview
Senior Enterprise IT Architect | Data Governance (f/m/d) in Milan. Permanent contract within the Smart Infrastructure Information Technology Strategy and Portfolio area. Siemens is a technology company transforming manufacturing, grids, buildings, and transportation through digital and real-world integration. You will contribute from day one with impact and creativity.
Responsibilities
* Lead Siemens' data-driven transformation by spearheading the data governance program and executing its strategy, vision, mission, and framework across Smart Infrastructure, while refining governance strategies based on stakeholder feedback and evolving business needs.
* Champion a cultural shift toward data-driven decision-making by promoting governance principles that position data as a strategic enterprise asset, and define data governance roles and responsibilities to ensure clear ownership and accountability.
* Foster a data governance community by guiding business units and support functions in establishing stewardship models and collaboration frameworks, and serve as a trusted advisor to data owners, stewards, and process owners to accelerate adoption of best practices.
* Promote cross-domain data governance, data quality, and data protection standards and processes; prepare recommendations for relevant boards and engage with key stakeholders—including business, strategy, IT, and Cybersecurity—to ensure adherence to governance standards and drive continuous improvement.
* Collaborate with enterprise and domain architects to embed governance into data architecture and platform design; support the development and harmonization of Business Unit data models and contribute to data integration, advanced analytics, AI adoption, OT/IT convergence, and API framework development.
Qualifications
* Holds a degree in Business Informatics, Computer Science, or Business Administration, with over 6 years of experience leading data governance and digital transformation initiatives.
* Deep expertise in Data Governance, Data Management, and Enterprise Architecture, with a proven track record of advancing data maturity using frameworks such as DAMA-DMBOK, Data Mesh Architecture, and Data as a Product.
* Strategic thinking with a growth mindset and a strong passion for data governance, ownership culture, and driving change across complex organizations.
* Excellent communication and soft skills, including translating complex technical concepts into accessible language, collaborating across international teams, and delivering customer value.
* Business-fluent in English and willing to travel to actively participate in Business Unit and Corporate workshops.
* Proficiency in English and Italian; eligibility to work in Italy.
Benefits
* Flexibility: inclusive, results-driven, hybrid/remote working options with tools and devices; wi-fi reimbursement.
* Welfare: flexible programs and health insurance for you and family; accident insurance; free on-site lunch options.
* Continuous growth: opportunities for ongoing learner journeys.
* Inclusive team culture where you can be yourself.
Additional Information
Address your desired working conditions. This position is typically full-time; please request flexible arrangements if needed. Our recruiting team looks forward to getting to know you. #MakeYourImpact #LI-Hybrid
Siemens is an equal opportunity employer, offering a safe and inclusive work environment based on mutual respect and appreciation of uniqueness, guaranteeing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates.
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