What is Big Data Architect?
A data architect is a practitioner of data architecture, an information technology discipline concerned with designing, creating, deploying and managing an organisation's data architecture. Data architects define how the data will be stored, consumed, integrated and managed by different data entities and IT systems, as well as any applications using or processing that data in some way.
Minimum education level
PT3
SPM
STPM
Diploma
Degree
Average Salary
Example of a Job Position
Task
Knowledge
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles including strategic planning, resource allocation, human resource modeling, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination between people and resources.
English
Knowledge of the structure and content of English, including the meaning and spelling of each word, composition rules, and grammar.
Skills
Complex Problem Solving
Identify complex problems and review related information in order to develop and evaluate options and solutions that can be applied.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to the problems handled
Programming
Write computer programs for various purposes.
System Analysis
Determine how the system should work and how the changes in conditions, operations, and environment affect the results achieved.
Quality Control Analysis
Test and inspect products, services or processes in order to evaluate quality or performance.
System Evaluation
Identify steps or indicators of system performance and actions needed to develop or improve performance, relative to system objectives.
Capability
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Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to certain problems in order to produce reasonable answers.
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Inductive Reasoning - The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules and conclusions (including finding relationships between seemingly unconnected events).
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Depth of Perception - The ability to judge which of several objects closer or farther than you, or to assess the distance between you and the object.
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Mathematical Reasoning - The ability to choose the right mathematical methods and formulas to solve problems.
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Selective Attention - The ability to concentrate on tasks in a given period without being easily distracted.