Data Architect

Location ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
Type Full-Time
Seniority Mid-Level
Posted Mar 1, 2026
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Join Kering in Paris as a Data Architect. This role involves defining architecture concepts and collaborating on data solutions. Ideal for those with 5+ years in data architecture and expertise in BI tools and cloud technologies.

Overview

Kering is a global luxury conglomerate renowned for its portfolio of distinguished brands such as Gucci, Saint Laurent, and Balenciaga, among others. As a family-led enterprise, Kering is committed to fostering creativity and excellence across its Houses, which span couture, leather goods, jewelry, eyewear, and beauty. The Group emphasizes sustainability and cultural enrichment, providing a dynamic environment for its 47,000 employees worldwide.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Define architecture concepts aligned with Kering’s Data and AI strategy and enterprise architecture patterns.
  • Structure and implement architecture patterns for the data and AI platform and related applications.
  • Collaborate with teams on solution design and platform/product evolution.
  • Document architecture, guidelines, and best practices, and maintain this repository up to date.
  • Manage the technical debt backlog, monitor progress, and ensure integration into action plans.
  • Work with Security teams to integrate best security practices.
  • Coordinate with Enterprise Architecture teams on data and AI topics.
  • Lead the implementation of the Data platform in China, aligned with global strategy.
  • Support Houses in managing their Data and AI initiatives.
  • Participate in specialized conferences and events to maintain active awareness of Data & AI innovations and trends.
  • Promote Data culture within the team by hosting workshops on new concepts and market trends.
  • Ensure strong coordination with partners.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years in data architecture, with proven expertise in designing and implementing Data platforms.

Skills

Solid experience with BI tools: Power BI, MicroStrategy, Tableau. Mastery of Agile concepts and associated tools (Jira, Confluence). Deep knowledge of Cloud architecture and strong expertise in Data architectures (Data Warehouse, Data Lake, Data Platform) and Cloud technologies (GCP, AWS). Good understanding of cloud concepts, IaC, security, and access management. Familiarity with luxury, logistics, and retail sectors. Awareness of market trends in Data and Cloud innovation. Collaborative leadership and influencing skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, rigor, and organizational sense. Strong synthesis ability. Empathy. Fluent English, both spoken and written.

Experience

A minimum of five years in data architecture, with a demonstrated track record in designing and implementing robust Data platforms.

Benefits

Employees benefit from opportunities to express their talents individually and collectively, strengthening adaptability in a constantly evolving world. Kering is committed to diversity and inclusion, enriching the work environment and fostering creativity.

Culture

Kering places diversity and inclusion at the core of its culture, believing that diversity in all its forms enriches the work environment and fosters creativity. As an equal opportunity employer, Kering welcomes all qualified applications, regardless of origin or background.