Azure Data Architect - Hospitality

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services organization is seeking an experienced Azure Data Architect for a 6-month contract. The role involves designing scalable Azure-based data solutions, collaborating with customer architecture teams, and producing high-quality design documentation. Ideal for candidates with proven expertise in key Azure services and strong design skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing and delivering Azure-based data solutions.
• Minimum of 5 years' hands-on experience in Azure implementations.
• Strong technical expertise across key Azure services.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present design decisions for approval by the architectural governance body.
• Lead the implementation of Lakehouse architecture using Azure Databricks.
• Design logical and physical data models for reporting and analytics.

Skills

Azure Data Factory

Databricks

Data Lake

Delta Lake

Synapse Analytics

Power BI

Key Vault

PowerShell

SQL Database

Big Data platforms

Job description

Are you an experienced Azure Data Architect looking for your next contract role? Join one of the world's leading IT services, consulting, and business solutions organization. Founded in 1968, the company consistently ranks among the top global IT service providers. With a presence in over 50 countries, the company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality technology services across industries including banking, healthcare, telecommunications, and retail.

The leading consultancy firm has partnered with a market-leading organisation in the hospitality sector. They are currently seeking an experienced Azure Data Architect to join the team on a 6-month contract.

Ready to make a move? Get in touch and apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present key design decisions and high-level architecture documentation for approval by the architectural governance body.
• Produce both high-level and low-level design documentation, following established cloud design patterns and architectural standards.
• Lead the implementation of Lakehouse architecture using tools such as Azure Databricks, ensuring scalable and efficient data solutions.
• Design logical and physical data models to support accurate, performant, and user-friendly reporting and analytics.
• Assess data and analytics tools against project requirements, making informed recommendations based on suitability, scalability, and organisational fit.

Skills/Must have:

• Proven experience in designing and delivering Azure-based data solutions, with a minimum of 5 years' hands-on experience in Azure implementations.
• Strong technical expertise across key Azure services, including Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Data Lake, Delta Lake, Synapse Analytics, Power BI, Key Vault, Automation Account, PowerShell, SQL Database, and broader Big Data platforms.
• Comprehensive understanding of the Azure ecosystem and its architectural components, with the ability to design and deliver scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions.
• Confident in working collaboratively with customer architecture teams, with the ability to challenge and influence design decisions when required.
• Skilled in preparing high-quality design documentation and comfortable presenting solutions in architectural forums and governance reviews.

Salary:

• £550 per day