Level 5 Competency Self-Assessment Matrix

Competency AreaElementIndicative Score (1–5)Target (6 mo)Evidence / Example ActivitiesPriority
Data ManagementDevise & implement MDM processes (classification, security, quality, ethics, retrieval & retention)45Introduced soft/hard delete strategy; implemented RPV & last-seen frameworks; designed employee / project / customer domain MDM structures; strong data security awareness (container-level).M
Derive metadata structures to support consistent retrieval & interpretation55Created CDM meta layers (codes, dates, values); JSON metadata pattern; lineage & dictionary automation in progress.L
Plan effective data storage, sharing & publishing45Established medallion architecture (Bronze → Silver → Gold → Platinum); governed use of Fabric, Synapse & ADF; rationalised SQL and Storage Accounts to reduce cost.M
Independently validate external information from multiple sources34Demonstrated with IFS vs ERP feeds, CSV vs API validation; partial automation but scope to strengthen systematic validation across APIs.H
Assess issues preventing optimal use of information assets55Recognised governance, API, and structural blockers; led pragmatic discussions with DBAs; positive agile approach to resolving data access friction.L
Data Modelling & DesignSet standards for data-modelling tools, techniques & compliance45Developed consistent CDM view patterns (core/meta/item); naming & schema conventions; metadata-driven SQL generation.M
Manage investigation of corporate data requirements45Established cross-domain analysis (Project, Employee, BusOpp, Invoice, Order); translated business needs into model structure; aligned with CRM/ERP.M
Manage iteration, review & maintenance of data models55Iterative versioning of CDM and DataMart views; implemented patch/put/post framework for updates; continuous refinement evidenced.L
Database DesignGuide database / warehouse architecture selection45Led architectural choices between Synapse vs Fabric; created dynamic table creation scripts; cost-aware performance design.M
Provide specialist expertise in DBMS / warehouse design characteristics45Demonstrated deep understanding of partitioning, Fabric constraints, metadata-driven design; provides guidance to others.M
Ensure physical database design supports transactional data performance34Effective with Data Factory + Lakehouse ingestion; could expand formal testing and performance baselining.H
Ensure warehouse design supports BI / analytics demands55Designed for Power BI and unified currency reporting; maintains business-ready marts.L

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