Data Systems Architect/Engineer - Remote

Overview

A Tunga client is seeking a Data Systems Architect/Data Engineer to evaluate their current data ecosystem, design a scalable and reusable technical architecture, and initiate priority improvements that provide actionable insights to partners and government stakeholders. Solutions must work in low-bandwidth environments and be reusable across multiple countries/contexts (not Uganda-specific).

In Short

• Map and assess the current data ecosystem and document workflows
• Assess infrastructure constraints and produce current-state architecture mapping
• Design a target technical architecture for automated data collection
• Define integration pathways across data sources
• Design data flows optimized for low-bandwidth contexts
• Develop data governance protocols aligned with partner structures
• Create a phased implementation roadmap for a Data Management Portal
• Produce clear technical documentation and run knowledge transfer sessions

Requirements

• Proven experience in data architecture and technical specification development
• Strong data integration experience across multiple tools/platforms
• Experience with data collection platforms (Kobo or similar)
• Ability to design for low-connectivity environments
• Hands-on implementation experience and strong documentation skills
• Strong English communication and ability to work independently

Benefits

• Experience designing for scale from pilot to government-led implementation
• Knowledge of data governance in development contexts
• Cloud infrastructure/server management experience
• Familiarity with EdTech or game-based learning platforms
• Comfort working remotely across time zones