Digital Tech_Data Architect

What we are aiming for in Digital Transformation

An opportunity with USJ's Digital and Technology team is an experience like no other. From developing state-of-the-art theme park locations in Orlando, Hollywood, Beijing and Japan, to new destinations, like our Halloween Horror nights themed destination in Vegas and a kids park in Frisco… our teams are at the heart of the new and innovative digital technologies that power our guest and team member experiences.

In this role, you will be responsible for working with our business partners and product teams to understand the requirements that drive the technology solutions we will deploy and analyze key requirements needed. You will engage in the testing cycles of those solutions to align and drive that the design meets the original set of expectations. You are part of a global team that is consistently looking at ways to enhance the experience for guests, from planning their trip to their in park visit, to their post return – all while driving the best experience all around.

As part of the Digital and Technology team, you will work in a global and multinational team atmosphere, with team members that come to work with us, from various countries. You will engage with not only team members but with multinational vendors that support our destinations and experiences across the globe. So be prepared, as our primary language to operate in is English, daily; however, having other languages, like Japanese is a plus, for local communications.

After joining the company, you will gain a basic understanding of the latest technology for our theme parks and overall in park ride solutions. Not to worry, we will work with you to refine your business system analysis skills. Your role will be responsible for reporting to management both in Japan and within the US. Regardless of your length of service, you will be involved in operations with other parks around the world and will be able to grow significantly.

Examples of projects or the kind of projects you may engage in, include but are not limited to:

Commerce Platform
Ticketing and Access Control systems
Web and Mobile application development
Gaming and new technologies innovations, that connect the guest at home and in park
Photo validation technologies
Ride Reservation platforms
Food and Beverage platforms
Character digitally connected experiences, and the list goes on.

So come join the fun, with destinations all around the world, Universal Destinations and Experiences Digital & Technology team, has multiple ways to immerse you in our brand, while growing your career.

JOB SUMMARY

The Data Architect excels at understanding and developing a data focused strategy that aligns with business objectives. This Architect will adhere to SOP’s defined including best practices, data compliance and governance and technology decisions. A Data Architect will work closely with executive leadership, solution architects, third party partners, as well cross functional teams to deliver large and complex solutions that are efficient to sustain and foster the maturity of company’s data insights. This Architect will also work in a support role as needed since they will be considered a solution expert.   
The data architect will collaborate with the internal business teams and external vendors/partners to ensure that data management decisions align with overall business strategies, tactical needs and plans. 
Identifies, selects, and deploys analytics technology platforms to capture, integrate, and analyze data from many sources. 
Lead the use of technologies to enable data-driven decisions applied to all guest interactions, pricing and product decisions. 
Derive insights from data mining, modeling, and applied analytics on top of large data sets. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES：
・In collaboration with USJ/UDX business leaders and analysts, lead the strategy, architecture and process improvements for data architecture and data management, balancing long and short-term needs of the business
 
・Translate business and data requirements into domain, logical and physical models in support of Enterprise Data Models, OLTP, Operational Data Structures and Analytical systems

・Ensure data design follows the prescribed reference architecture and framework and reflects appropriate business rules and facilitates data integration, data conformity and data integrity. 

・Ensure data structures are designed for flexibility to support future business needs and enhancements

・Interpret and deliver impactful plans that specify strategy and improve data integration, data quality and data delivery in support of business initiatives and roadmaps to achieve results. 
 
・Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities. 
 
・Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:     
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. 
 
QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (KSAs) required  
 
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
 
Consistent attendance is a job requirement. 

Language: Ability to use both Japanese and English in business

・Japanese_Advanced High and above_Professional working proficiency 
・English_Advanced High and above_Professional working proficiency 

 
EDUCATION:   Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or Database Technology, or equivalent combination of education and experience.   
 
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:   
 
EXPERIENCE:  
・10 years technical, enterprise or data architecture experience. 
・Strong database design and development experience working in collaboration with full-stack developers and analytics teams. 
・Experience in NoSQL technologies, preferred. 
・Experience with AWS and Azure cloud providers. 
・Experience with Databricks, Sales Force Einstein, Azure PowerApps/BI, preferred. 
・E-Commerce industry experience, preferred. 
・Track record of successful data architecture, enterprise data architecture delivery including data modeling and governance solutions. 
・Track record of successful large-scale technical implementations. 
・Experience in successful collaboration with technical teams, functional business lines and third-party vendors/contractors. 
・Flexible and adaptable in regard to learning and understanding new technologies and data architectures. 
・Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. 
・Highly self-motivated and directed. 
・Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities. 
・Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. 
  ; or equivalent combination of education and experience.   

【LIFE at USJ】

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