Our Data Modeler job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the Data Modeler role
Data Modeler is a role that involves designing, creating, and maintaining data models to support business and data requirements. The Data Modeler will work with stakeholders to understand the business processes, analyze and document data requirements, and then design and create the necessary models. They will also maintain the data models over time to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Role Purpose
The purpose of a Data Modeler is to design and develop databases for organizations, ensuring that the data is organized, accessible, and secure. They use software tools to create data models that can be applied to a variety of data sources. They also review existing data models, suggest improvements, and help to create data migrations. Data Modelers analyze user requirements to determine the best way to store and retrieve data, and ensure that the data structure is optimized for the organization's specific needs. Additionally, they monitor data quality and integrity, and ensure that the data model is compliant with industry standards.
Data Modeler Summary
The Data Modeler is responsible for creating and maintaining data models, such as conceptual, logical, and physical data models, to support the development of enterprise applications and databases. The Data Modeler will analyze data requirements, identify data entities and attributes, and develop data models related to the business and technical requirements of the organization. Additionally, the Data Modeler will collaborate with the Data Architect and other stakeholders to ensure that the data models are accurate and meet the desired technical requirements. The Data Modeler must be able to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and must possess excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Data Modeler Duties
- Design and create data models for databases
- Develop and maintain data dictionaries and logical data models
- Identify and recommend data model changes for improved performance and reliability
- Analyze data requirements to determine the best model for data storage
- Identify data sources and materialize views to improve query performance
- Perform data analysis to identify data quality issues
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analyze and define data requirements
- Develop and document standards, policies and procedures
- Maintain data models and data dictionaries in line with business needs
Data Modeler Skills
- Data Analysis
- Database Design
- Data Modeling
- SQL
- ER Diagrams
Data Modeler Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
- Experience in data modeling and data mining
- Proficiency in SQL
- Experience with ETL tools and data integration
- Knowledge of database design principles
Personal Traits
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to think abstractly
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills