POSITION / TITLE: Ontologist / Knowledge Modeler Location:- Dallas TX-Onsite role FTE Role
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking an experienced Ontologist / Knowledge Modelerwith 5+ years of experience to drive the design and implementation of knowledge graphs, ontologies, and data models for our organization. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with graph database technologies and knowledge modeling, leveragingopen-source toolsfor building scalable, interoperable solutions. Expertise in industry standards such asBanking Industry Architecture Network (BIAN)andMortgage Industry Standards Maintenance Organization (MISMO)is highly desirable.
Responsibilities:
Knowledge Modeling & Ontology Design:
- Develop ontologies and taxonomies using open-source knowledge graph tools likeApache JenaandRDF4J.
- Build and refine knowledge graphs for structured data representation, aligning with standards such as BIAN and MISMO.
- Design scalable architectures for linked data and semantic models, integrating data from multiple sources.
Data Interoperability & Standards Alignment:
- Ensure data interoperability by aligning ontologies with industry standards and regulatory frameworks.
- Design metadata schemas and common data vocabularies, leveragingRDFandOWLto enhance data accessibility.
oUse tools likeProtgandTopBraid Composerto define and manage ontology structures.
- Open-Source Tool Integration:
- Integrate graph database solutions such asNeo4j,ArangoDB, andBlazegraphfor efficient data querying and management.
- Employ SPARQL endpoints and graph analytics tools to derive insights from knowledge graphs, using solutions likeGraphDBandJanusGraph.
- Develop data models that support semantic search, data extraction, and AI-driven recommendations.
Advanced Analytics & Knowledge Representation:
- Collaborate with AI/ML teams to implement natural language processing and contextual data retrieval using knowledge graphs.
- Enhance data discovery and search capabilities through graph-based search relevancy and knowledge representation.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
- Minimum of 3years in ontology development, knowledge modeling, and graph database management.
- Proven track record with BIAN, MISMO, and other relevant industry standards.
- Familiarity with open-source graph databases and their applications in real-time analytics and data interoperability.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency inRDF/OWL,SPARQL, andknowledge graph platformslike Neo4j, ArangoDB, and Blazegraph.
- Experience withknowledge graph visualizationtools likeGraphistryandGephi.
- Strong programming skills inPythonorJavato implement custom graph applications and integrations.
Domain Knowledge:
- Expertise in financial services, banking, and/or mortgage industry standards and processes.
- Knowledge of healthcare or regulatory standards is a plus.
- Ability to incorporate domain knowledge into semantic models for actionable business insights.
Behavioral Skills
Excellent communication skills for conveying complex concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to work both independently and within a team setting, showing leadership in best practices.
Proactive, innovative, and detail-oriented, with a strong focus on emerging technologies.
Educational Qualifications
Bachelor s or Master s degree inInformation Science, Data Science, Knowledge Management, or a related field.
Certifications inontology managementordata standardsare highly valued.