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I am a data architecture leader with 25+ years of experience delivering large-scale, mission-critical data platforms for government, banking, and telecommunications. I specialise in cloud data modernization, secure-by-design architectures, and governance, with hands-on skills across Azure, AWS, Snowflake, and Databricks. I translate complex business needs into scalable data solutions that support analytics, AI/ML, and enterprise reporting, while upholding privacy and regulatory compliance.
I’ve led multi-agency transformation programs, established data governance and standards, and mentored technical teams to uplift organisational capability. My strengths include Medallion Architecture, Data Vault 2.0, 3NF and dimensional modeling, secure data integration, and infrastructure-as-code under ISM, PSPF, and Essential 8 guidelines.
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English
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Work Experience
Data Architect at National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
January 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025Led multi-agency data modernization for a Federal Government program, integrating Microsoft Dynamics CRM/ERP, Salesforce CRM/Digital, and SAP Financials with legacy systems into a unified, cloud-native fraud detection ecosystem. Architected secure, scalable data architecture on AWS/Snowflake with Medallion Architecture and Data Vault 2.0, established comprehensive governance, and guided cross-agency data products.
Cloud Data Architect at Queensland Department of Education (QED)
July 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025Modernised the Enterprise Data Warehouse on Azure (Fabric/Synapse) with Data Factory orchestration, ADLS storage, and MDN/Governance; implemented Medallion Architecture (Bronze/Silver/Gold) and Data Vault 2.0 patterns for reporting and analytics; established data governance aligned with ISM/PSPF/Essential 8.
Data Architect (Cloud) / Senior Data Architect at Optus
August 1, 2022 - July 1, 2024Designed a cloud-native Enterprise Data Warehouse and modern data ecosystem enabling Pega NBA and Salesforce integration for customer journey personalization. Implemented Azure Databricks platform (Unity Catalog, DLT), Data Vault 2.0, real-time ingestion, and metadata-driven pipelines; delivered governed analytics with Power BI downstream.
Cloud Data Architect at Westpac Banking Group
September 1, 2020 - August 1, 2022Architected integrated Data Lake and EDW to support APRA/ASIC AUSTRAC regulatory reporting with secure-by-design data governance. Led cross-functional delivery, integration with IBM OpenPages, and transformation of AML/Regulatory reporting data across multiple data hops.
Data Architect (Cloud/AUSTRAC) at National Australia Bank (NAB)
December 1, 2019 - September 1, 2020Led the Maize Wealth Management separation data architecture, integrating insurance, superannuation, retirement, and advisory data with AML, Sanctions, Transaction Monitoring, and Fraud detection capabilities; established unified data platform across multi-system sources with regulatory controls.
Senior Data Architect at Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) – Program of Action (PoA)
July 1, 2018 - December 1, 2019Led enterprise AML/Fraud/ KYB data lake design and implementation, processing tens of millions of daily transactions and user records; established robust data models, governance, and regulatory reporting workflows across cross-functional teams.
Data Architect (Big Data) at Optus
January 1, 2016 - July 1, 2018Led Next Generation Marketing platform implementation for real-time CX personalization; designed 1:1 digital experiences with 200ms latency, real-time data ingestion across channels, and metadata-driven ingestion pipelines.
Data Architect (Big Data) at Vodafone Australia
October 1, 2013 - December 1, 2015Built a cloud-based Next Best Action platform enabling real-time contextual offers across digital channels; implemented SAS RTDM/CI, real-time decisioning, and scalable data architecture for omnichannel campaigns.
Data Architect at Westpac Banking Group
March 1, 2010 - October 1, 2013Consolidated consumer and business risk data into unified analytics platform; supported Basel II calculations, capital reporting, and regulatory metrics with robust governance and scalable architecture.
Data Architect at Lloyds International Bank
September 1, 2009 - March 1, 2010Delivered EDW for Basel II regulatory compliance (Standard & Advanced IRB) with SAS-based risk management; designed ETL and 3NF structures to support regulatory and analytical needs.
Data Architect (Risk data) at Westpac Banking Group
November 1, 2007 - August 1, 2009Designed risk data architecture consolidating Westpac and St George data assets; built risk data marts and integrated with downstream platforms for Basel II and risk analytics.
Senior Consultant, Data Modeler (Banking Solutions) at SAS Institute
December 1, 2003 - October 1, 2008Delivered banking data architectures and customised SAS Banking Intelligence data layers across multiple countries; developed ETL transformations and reporting solutions tailored to client regulatory and business needs.
Data Architect at Ramco Systems Ltd.
February 1, 1999 - November 1, 2003Led CRM/ERP module design and implementation for financials; guided team in accounts payable/ receivable and asset management components within ERP 4.0.
Data Architect (Cloud) at Optus
August 1, 2022 - July 31, 2024Designed and delivered a cloud-native Enterprise Data Warehouse and modern data ecosystem supporting Optus's Pega NBA platform and Salesforce CRM/ERP integration for real-time customer journey personalisation. Implemented Azure Databricks, Unity Catalog, Delta Lake, and Data Vault 2.0; integrated metadata-driven ingestion from CRM, Billing, Fraud/Alerts, and external data sources with real-time streaming via Kafka/Confluent. Established governance across Azure and GCP ecosystems and designed logical/physical data models using Erwin and Sparx EA.
Cloud Data Architect (FCCC) at Westpac Banking Group
September 1, 2020 - August 31, 2022Architected an integrated Data Lake and EDW to support regulatory reporting (APRA, AUSTRAC) and case management workflows. Implemented CPS 234/APS 110/112/113/230/232 requirements, built data governance and assurance controls, and led cross-functional delivery for AML, sanctions, and fraud data domains. Integrated Omnia (Cloudera Big Data), GDW (Teradata), and Pega Case Investigation with end-to-end data pipelines and history loads.
Data Architect (Cloud/AUSTRAC) at National Australia Bank (NAB) & MLC
December 1, 2019 - September 30, 2020Led data architecture for Maize Wealth Management Separation program, integrating insurance, superannuation, retirement, and advisory data. Implemented AML, Sanctions, Transaction Monitoring, and Fraud detection capabilities; designed unified data platforms across services, and established regulatory data lineage and security controls.
Senior Data Architect at Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA)
July 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019Led the Program of Action AML/Sanctions/KYC/Fraud Data Lake initiatives, integrating multiple systems (Omnia, GDW, Pega Case Investigation, SAP, payments) to process 40M+ daily transactions and 24M+ customer records. Designed data models, ingestion pipelines, and alert generation for compliance workflows; established metadata governance and regulatory auditability.
Data Architect at Westpac Banking Group
November 1, 2007 - August 31, 2009Led the EDW Risk Data Marts & St George/RAMS integration, consolidating risk analytics across portfolios; implemented Basel II data marts and central governance to support risk reporting and strategic analytics.
Education
Masters in Engineering (M.E) at Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026Master of Engineering (M.E) at Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026Qualifications
Diploma in Business Management (DBM)
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026GATE Examination - Post Graduation
January 1, 1997 - January 12, 2026University First Rank – Bachelor's Graduation
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026Diploma in Business Management (DBM)
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026Project Management Professional (PMP)
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026GATE Examination
January 1, 1997 - January 12, 2026Industry Experience
Government, Financial Services, Education, Telecommunications, Professional Services, Software & Internet
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