About the role

  • Designing, validating, implementing, and managing the knowledge graph and ontology structure within Dun & Bradstreet
  • Applying the ontology hands-on in the development of new data supply chains
  • Guiding the development of our future data architecture—balancing long-term vision with short-term wins
  • Collaborating in cross-functional teams and project-based environments to ensure effective and sustainable ontology development
  • Ensuring our data architecture meets compliance requirements for both Dun & Bradstreet and local markets
  • Integrating mature data governance processes in line with our overall data governance strategy
  • Communicating and educating internal stakeholders about the purpose and value of the ontology, while actively gathering and incorporating feedback from across the organization
  • Working independently and with European teams to implement a high-tech data management system and knowledge graph

Requirements

  • Degree in Library Science, Information Systems, Linguistics, other relevant fields, or equivalent work experience
  • 3+ years of experience in a similar role where you worked with ontology and/or taxonomy roles, large quantities of data/information such as data scientist, information architect or data analyst
  • Experience and expertise in modeling of data/information
  • Ability to dive into very different topics and abstract from the details to identify patterns
  • Proven track record of strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to quickly understand complex processes and communicate them in simple language
  • Proficient English language skills
  • Experience of working with requirements engineering of data (preferred)
  • Experience of Data Governance (preferred)
  • Familiarity with Semantic Web technologies (RDF/s, OWL, SKOS), query languages (SPARQL) and validation/reasoning standards (SHACL, SPIN) (preferred)
  • Knowledge of open-source and/or commercial ontology engineering editors (e.g. Protege) (preferred)
  • Master’s degree in Library Science, Information Systems, Linguistics or other relevant fields (preferred)

Benefits

  • Beautiful modern office in central Oslo with frequent social events
  • 25 days holiday per year plus 5 extra days off at Christmas and Easter
  • Two paid volunteer days to contribute to causes in your community
  • Sponsored gym membership (up to 250kr per month)
  • Free group training two days a week with personal trainer
  • Free use of training facilities at the office
  • Access to company cabin
  • Canteen with discounted lunch prices
  • A focus on a healthy work life balance with access to great health insurance and pension
  • Access to free services providing support and counselling
  • Flexible working and hybrid working arrangements for most roles

Job title

Ontology Architect

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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