Information Architect

Information Architect & Metadata ManagerAbout the job Information Architect & Metadata ManagerInformation Architect & Metadata ManagerDesigning scalable structures for enterprise information discovery, metadata control, and data inventory governancePosition OverviewWe are seeking a detail-oriented Information Architect & Metadata Manager to lead the design and implementation of robust information architecture frameworks across enterprise content and data assets. The role focuses on developing and managing metadata standards, building comprehensive data inventories, and improving information retrieval and findability across systems and platforms.You will collaborate with stakeholders from IT, records management, data governance, and knowledge management to ensure structured, secure, and accessible information systems aligned with business, legal, and compliance needs.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and maintain enterprise information architecture , including taxonomy, ontologies, classification, and navigation systemsDevelop consistent structures across platforms (e.g., ECMs, data lakes, digital archives, intranets) to support searchability and usabilityDefine and maintain controlled vocabularies , hierarchies, and semantic relationships to support cross-platform discoverabilityLead the alignment of information architecture with user experience (UX) and digital service needsMetadata ManagementDefine and implement enterprise metadata standards and schemas (e.g., Dublin Core, DCAT, schema.org, ISO 19115)Develop metadata governance policies , ensuring consistent tagging, usage, and interoperability across systemsPartner with data engineers and records officers to integrate metadata into information systems (e.g., MDM, DAM, CMS, DMS)Support automation of metadata extraction and enrichment using NLP and AI-based classification toolsData Inventory Design & ImplementationLead the design of a centralized or federated enterprise data inventory , covering structured and unstructured data assetsImplement tools and processes for cataloging data assets , usage policies, ownership, and quality indicatorsEnsure inventories and metadata support compliance, retention, access management, and data stewardship effortsPromote integration of data inventories with data catalogs, governance tools, and search interfacesSearch & Retrieval OptimizationImprove information search and retrieval by aligning metadata, tagging, and indexing practices with user needsOptimize enterprise search experiences through faceted search , synonyms, filters, and relevance tuningCollaborate with developers and content managers to enhance search engine configurations (e.g., OpenSearch, SharePoint, Elastic, SolR)Monitor search usage, performance, and feedback to drive continuous improvement in information accessibilityRequired Qualifications6+ years experience in information architecture , metadata design , or knowledge/information managementStrong understanding of taxonomies, metadata schemas , and classification systemsExperience implementing or managing enterprise search tools , data catalogs , or metadata repositoriesFamiliarity with standards like Dublin Core, DCAT, ISO 19115, schema.org , and LOD principlesProven experience designing data inventories and integrating metadata with enterprise systemsPreferred QualificationsCertification in Information Architecture, Knowledge Management, or Metadata Governance (e.g., DAMA, ARMA, AIIM)Hands-on experience with tools like Apache Atlas, Collibra, Alation, Elastic, SolR, SharePoint, or OpenMetadataExperience in semantic web , linked data , and ontological modeling (e.g., RDF, OWL, SKOS)Knowledge of compliance needs related to data discovery and classification (e.g., GDPR, FOIA, open data mandates)Strong collaboration and documentation skills, with the ability to bridge technical and non-technical teams #J-18808-Ljbffr