IT Architect - Data Application Solutions (M/F/D)

Are you ready to shape the future of enterprise data? Do you thrive on designing scalable, business-driven solutions? Want to lead innovation in master data and governance platforms?

About the Role

As an IT Architect, you’ll play a pivotal role in our newly formed Enterprise Information Management (EIM) organization, evolving from our Master Data Governance (MDG) structure. Based in Munich, you’ll lead architectural design, proof of value and adoption of new data platforms— such as Data Catalog, Metadata and Data lineage solutions—while driving harmonization, governance, and integration of existing data platforms such as SAP MDG across business domains.

You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams across geographies, influence strategic programs like EWoW and Global PIM, and guide the development of scalable, secure, and interoperable data ecosystems.

We’re looking for people who embody our values, aren’t afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We’re always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we’d love to talk.

What You Will Do

• Design and implement end-to-end architectures for data-centric applications across Master Data Governance, Data Catalog, Data Quality, Metadata Management and Data lineage solutions.

• Design and implement scalable data pipelines that power data intelligence solutions, ensuring reliable data flows, traceability, and integration across diverse sources.

• Evangelize and drive adoption of modern information management platforms and capabilities at enterprise scale.

• Collaborate with business stakeholders and functional experts to translate business requirements into scalable data solutions by effectively leveraging existing and new data platforms and capabilities.

• Provide expert-level support in SAP MDG, supporting the configuration of data models, workflow design, business rules framework (BRF+), and data replication techniques (e.g., SOA-based or ALE/IDoc).

• Harmonize and simplify initiatives across master data domains (Customer, Vendor, Product, Financial), promoting consistent usage of master data across enterprise systems.

• Ensure compliance to data governance frameworks, security policies, and architectural standards.

• Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing: Guide delivery teams and promote best practices through documentation and workshops.

• Provide architectural leadership across initiatives involving data migration, master data consolidation, and application modernization.

• Facilitate architecture review boards and support solution assurance across project lifecycles.

Who You Are

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related IT field.

• 7–10 years total experience, including 5+ years in Data governance or Information architecture .

• Expertise in SAP MDG and enterprise data platforms (cataloging, quality management, metadata lineage).

• Experience with SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, or hybrid landscapes integrating SAP MDG with other enterprise applications is preferable.

• Working knowledge of data modeling, integration architecture (e.g., APIs, middleware), and application development principles.

• Knowledge of master data domains, governance processes, and data lifecycle management.

• Familiarity with data quality tools, metadata management, and data governance frameworks.

• Passionate for enabling data discovery, lineage, and governance through modern data intelligence practices.

• A strong track record in building and optimizing data pipelines.

• Strong communication, stakeholder management, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills tailored to cross-functional collaboration.

• Fluent in English - All Applicants are requested to deliver their CV in English language.

What We Can Offer You

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere. Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us

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Application End Date:

25 set. 2025

Job Requisition ID:

Essity255455

Essity is a leading global hygiene and health company. Our expertise began with the acquisition of the Swedish company Mölnlycke in 1975, through which our roots stretch back to 1849. Today, our sustainable innovations from globally trusted brands, designed for everybody and every body, care for the well-being of 1 billion people in 150 countries every day.

Working at Essity is not just a career but a chance to make the world healthier, safer, and more hygienic. We innovate for good to break barriers and contribute to shaping a healthier future. At Essity, we have a people-first approach where every career is as unique as the individual. We empower employees to excel together and reach their full potential through a winning culture driven by a powerful purpose. Our performance-orientated environment motivates employees to think differently and embrace challenges so we can continue improving lives, every day through better hygiene and health. We provide a sustainable work-life based on flexibility for both employees and employers. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. It is the key to our success in creating an inclusive, collaborative, and caring company culture where you can be you with us. Our purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well-being, enables customers and consumers to lead fuller lives at all stages of life.

Our leading global brands include TENA and Tork, and other strong brands such as Actimove, Cutimed, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic and Zewa are sold in 150 countries. I In 2024, Essity had net sales of approximately SEK 146bn (EUR 13bn) and employed 36,000 people. We are headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. If you want to join a company where dedication to people is powered by innovation, welcome to Essity!