Data Architect

Get2Talent; Bath; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of secure information solutions is seeking an experienced Data Architect to join their team in Bath, UK. In this high-profile role, you will lead data architecture for mission-critical Defence projects, ensuring compliance with data governance standards. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in data architecture, particularly in high-security environments, and strong skills in data modelling and AI integration. Join a collaborative team and work with cutting-edge data technologies in this exciting role.

Benefits

Career development and ongoing training opportunities

Exposure to cutting-edge data technologies

Collaborative and high-performing team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Architect, ideally in Defence or Government environments.
• Strong understanding of data modelling, governance, and enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with AI/ML integration and data modernisation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead data architecture across high-priority projects.
• Assess existing data environments and identify risks and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain enterprise data models, standards, and frameworks.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure performance and compliance.
• Maintain data governance and architecture artefacts.

Skills

Data modelling

Data governance

AI/ML integration

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

Cloud platforms

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a leading provider of secure information solutions to Central Government, Defence, and National Security, is seeking an experienced Data Architect to join their team. This is a high-profile role working on mission-critical projects, delivering innovative, scalable, and secure data platforms.

Youll be the go-to expert for data architecture, supporting projects from concept to delivery while ensuring compliance with data governance, standards, and frameworks. The role offers significant exposure to advanced analytics, AI and Machine Learning, making it ideal for candidates looking to shape the future of Defence data solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead data architecture across high-priority projects, ensuring alignment with business and operational objectives
• Assess existing data environments and identify gaps, risks, and opportunities for optimisation
• Develop and maintain enterprise data models, standards, and frameworks
• Collaborate with engineering, analytics, and business teams to ensure solutions meet performance, security, and compliance requirements
• Maintain data governance, documentation, and architecture artefacts
• Stay up to date with industry trends, providing recommendations on modernisation and future technologies

What Youll Bring

• Proven experience as a Data Architect, ideally in Defence, Government, or high-security environments
• Strong understanding of data modelling, governance, and enterprise architecture frameworks
• Hands-on experience with AI/ML integration, cloud platforms, and data modernisation initiatives
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Eligible for SC clearance or already holding SC

Why Apply

• Work on mission-critical Defence programmes
• Career development and ongoing training opportunities
• Exposure to cutting-edge data technologies and analytics
• Join a collaborative and high-performing team