Data Modeler

About Organization:

Join Tata Consultancy Services, Asia Pacific and be part of an organization committed to sustainable development for our future. TCS follows the Tata group philosophy of building sustainable businesses that are rooted in the community and demonstrate care for the environment. Our unique values position us to combine a purpose-driven worldview with digital innovation, collaborating with customers, communities and governments to lead and shape innovative solutions for a sustainable future. TCS has been carbon neutral in its operations across 11 countries, 12 delivery centres and 18 offices in Asia Pacific since 2022. This is only the initial stage in TCS’ journey as we strive to achieve long-term net zero emissions by 2030.

Corporate sustainability is embedded in our triple-bottom-line, focusing on people, the planet, and our purpose. Our offices are designed with eco-friendly features that significantly reduce our carbon footprint and enhance energy efficiency. We actively champion green initiatives, such as promoting paperless operations, implementing energy-efficient practices, and fostering employee engagement in sustainability efforts. When you become part of the TCS family, you will play an essential role dedicated to innovation, excellence, and crafting a brighter, greener future together. Join us and be a part of our mission to drive sustainability through technology and talent at Tata Consultancy Services, APAC today

Job Description:

Roles and Responsibilities:

Technical Skills:

• 8–10+ years overall in data modeling/governance with at least 3+ years on GCP; strong SQL across analytical warehouses (BigQuery preferred).
• Proven delivery of conceptual/logical/physical models for analytics & data products; deep knowledge of dimensional modeling (Kimball) and familiarity with Data Vault 2.0.
• Hands‑on Collibra: configuring communities/domains, operating model, business glossary, policies, lineage ingestion, issue management, and stewardship workflows.
• Practical stewardship: defining CDEs, data quality rules/thresholds, certification criteria, and data access approvals.
• Experience collaborating with data engineers on Dataflow/Dataproc/Composer, and optimizing BigQuery for performance & cost.
• Excellent documentation, facilitation, and stakeholder management across business and technology.

Soft Skills: Excellent stakeholder management, facilitation with data owners/stewards, strong documentation and presentation skills

Key Responsiblities:

• Enterprise Data ModelingTranslate business concepts into conceptual, logical, and physical data models; define CDEs, semantic layers, and naming/standards.
• Build BigQuery schemas optimized with partitioning, clustering, and cost‑effective storage patterns; design star/snowflake models (Kimball) or Data Vault 2.0 where appropriate.
• Guide model versioning, peer reviews, and lifecycle management in Git‑based workflows.
• GCP Data Engineering CollaborationPartner with data engineers on ingestion and transformation pipelines (Cloud Dataflow / Dataproc / Composer / Pub/Sub / Cloud Functions or dbt‑on‑BigQuery).
• Define performance & cost guardrails (slots vs. on‑demand, storage/compute separation, query choreography).
• Data Governance & StewardshipEstablish business glossary, data domains, ownership (Data Owners, Stewards, Custodians), and policies/standards aligned to DAMA practices.
• Run issue management, access governance, and data certification workflows; drive DQ rule definitions and monitor remediation.
• Collibra Administration & EnablementConfigure Collibra operating model (communities, domains, responsibilities), business glossary, and stewardship workflows (BPMN).
• Onboard technical metadata and lineage from GCP (e.g., BigQuery, Dataflow) via Collibra Connect/Edge; integrate with DQ/observability tools.
• Build Collibra dashboards and stewardship KPIs; coach squads on day‑to‑day usage.
• Risk, Compliance & PrivacyEmbed data policies for PII and regulated datasets (e.g., GDPR, DPDP (India)) within models and governance assets; ensure auditability and access controls via IAM.

Stakeholder & DeliveryFacilitate model walkthroughs with business, architecture, and product teams; maintain backlogs; drive 30/60/90‑day measurable outcomes.

Good to have :

• Collibra Certifications (e.g., Ranger, Data Steward, Governance) and GCP Professional Data Engineer.
• Data modeling tools (e.g., erwin, ER/Studio, SqlDBM, Hackolade).
• Experience with data quality/observability tooling (including Collibra DQ/Observability or equivalents) and Data Catalog/MDE integrations.
• Python/dbt for transformations; CI/CD for data (Git, Terraform for infra is a plus).
• Domain experience in Travel, Transportation & Hospitality (TTH) is advantageous

Top Reasons to Join Our Team at TCS Australia

Attractive compensation & rewards

We offer a highly competitive salary package aligned with the Australian market, complemented by performance-based incentives, recognition programs, and comprehensive employee benefits. Your achievements are celebrated, and your contributions truly matter.

Global exposure with local impact

At TCS, you’ll work with leading Australian enterprises across diverse industries while collaborating with our global network of experts. This means access to world-class practices, transformative technologies, and the chance to shape solutions that have a real impact — locally and globally.

Empowering leadership & supportive environment

Our leadership team is committed to helping you succeed. We encourage initiative, reward innovation, and provide a collaborative environment where your ideas are heard and valued.

Long-term career growth

We believe in careers, not just jobs. With continuous learning, certification support, career mobility, and clear progression pathways, TCS empowers you to grow and evolve — whether you want to deepen your expertise, explore new domains, or take on leadership roles.

Inclusive, collaborative culture

Diversity, inclusion, and respect are central to who we are. At TCS Australia, you’ll join a workplace where collaboration thrives, individuality is valued, and everyone can contribute to meaningful outcomes.

Continuous learning & cutting-edge innovation

We invest heavily in your development, offering structured learning programs, global certifications, leadership development, and opportunities to work with emerging technologies. You’ll be part of an environment that constantly challenges and expands your capabilities.

A Great Fit for the TCS Culture

We’re looking for people who are:

• Passionate about technology and transformation
• Driven by curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning
• Excited to work in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment
• Motivated by delivering real impact for clients, communities, and society

Our core values — Integrity, Excellence, Responsibility, Pioneering Spirit, and Unity — shape how we work and how we grow together.

The TCS Community in Australia and Beyond

• Global strength: Over 600,000+ associates in 55+ countries, united by a shared purpose — to innovate and make a difference.
• Local presence: A trusted partner to Australia’s leading enterprises across financial services, government, retail, healthcare, telecom, and more.
• Social impact: Deeply committed to sustainability, digital inclusion, and community engagement initiatives in Australia and around the world.
• Empowered workplace: We foster a culture where diversity, equity, and accessibility are integral to how we operate.

We don’t just imagine a better future — we help build it.

About TCS

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions. We have partnered with many of the world’s largest organisations to help them transform their businesses, operating models, and technology ecosystems.

Learn more at www.tcs.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

TCS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Note: Compensation details are accurate as of this posting and may be adjusted in line with Australian laws and market conditions. Applicants may be asked to attend interviews in person or via video conference and present valid identification during the process