Data Platform Architect

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Job description

Position: Data Platform Architect
Employment Type: Contract, Full time
Start: ASAP
Location: Birmingham - Hybrid
Languages: English

Role – We are looking for an experienced Data Platform Architect with strong Azure experience to design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance data solutions for one of our leading consulting partners.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design and architect end-to-end data platforms using Azure cloud services.
2. Develop and maintain data pipelines, data lakes, and data warehouses using Azure Data Services (Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Databricks, etc.).
3. Define and implement data governance, security, and compliance best practices.
4. Work closely with data engineers, data scientists, and business stakeholders to align data solutions with business goals.
5. Optimize data storage, processing, and analytics to enhance performance and cost efficiency.
6. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the engineering team.

Key Skills

1. 6+ years of experience in Azure data architecture.
2. Proven expertise in Azure Data Services (Azure SQL, Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, Azure Databricks, etc.).
3. Strong understanding of big data technologies, ETL processes, and data modelling.
4. Experience with data governance, security, and compliance frameworks.
5. Proficiency in SQL, Python, or Scala.
6. Hands-on experience with CI/CD, DevOps, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) in Azure.
7. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to communicate technical concepts effectively.
8. Consulting background.
9. Strong communication skills (oral & written).
10. Rights to work in the UK is a must (No Sponsorship available).

Should you be interested in being considered for this position and would like to discuss further, please apply with your latest CV or share your CV directly with me at [e-mail].

Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit.