Azure Data and Infrastructure Solution Architect

Focus Cloud; Coventry; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a highly experienced Azure Data & Infrastructure Architect for a critical transformation project in Coventry. This inside IR35 contract role requires an expert capable of designing secure cloud infrastructure, building data platforms, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates with extensive experience in Azure and leading complex data architecture projects are preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in cloud infrastructure and data architecture.
• Deep expertise in Azure, Databricks, and Synapse.
• Experience with real-time IoT data is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design & implement secure cloud infrastructure on Azure.
• Architect solutions for real-time ingestion from various sources.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and ISO 27001.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure

Data architecture

Networking

Data governance

Stakeholder management

Tools

Azure

Databricks

Terraform

CI/CD

Kafka

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Azure Data and Infrastructure Solution Architect, Coventry

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Client:

Focus Cloud

Location:

Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Azure Data & Infrastructure Architect to deliver a complex data platform transformation for a major public sector organisation. The role is working through a globally recognised Tier One Consultancy and requires 2 days per week on sitein Coventry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design & implement secure, scalable cloud infrastructure on Azure
• Build data platforms using Databricks, Fabric, ADLS, Delta Lake, CosmosDB
• Architect solutions for real-time ingestion from sources like SCADA, SAP PM, Oracle
• Implement secure networking (VNETs, ExpressRoute, private endpoints)
• Drive data governance using Purview, Collibra, Unity Catalog
• Lead DR, HA, threat modeling, and security audits
• Develop IaC using Terraform, Bicep, ARM; automate with CI/CD pipelines
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001

Core Skills & Experience:

• 10+ years in cloud infrastructure and data architecture
• Deep expertise in Azure, Databricks, Synapse, Fabric
• Strong knowledge of networking, IAM, RBAC, Zero Trust
• Proficient in big data, ETL/ELT, and streaming tech (Kafka, Event Hubs)
• Experience with monitoring tools (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Datadog)
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience in utilities or real-time IoT data is highly desirable

This is an inside IR35 contract role working via umbrella company.