Data Architect

British Veterinary Association; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global veterinary group is seeking a Data Architect to drive the data strategy. You will define the architecture, lead technical initiatives with Microsoft Azure, and collaborate across teams to enhance data solutions for better veterinary care. This role includes a competitive salary and flexible hybrid work arrangements, contributing to a transformative mission in veterinary services.

Benefits

Work-life balance

26 days annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Pension

Discretionary Bonus

Discounted staff pet care

Dog Friendly office

Free Parking available at Head Office

Qualifications

• Experience in cloud-based data technologies.
• Ability to set data strategies aligned with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the data architecture strategy.
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure data solutions meet needs.
• Provide technical leadership across data technologies.

Skills

Expertise in Microsoft Azure (ADF/Databricks/Spark)

Strong experience with ETL, REST APIs, JSON

Scripting (Python/Visual Studio)

Familiarity with Power BI

Proven ability to deliver data strategies

Tools

SQL Server

Job description

Overview

Ready to shape the Future of Veterinary Care Through Data? At IVC Evidensia, we're on a mission to improve the lives of animals and their owners by building the world's best veterinary group. With over 2,500 locations globally, we're investing in people, technology, and data to deliver exceptional care. We're undergoing a major digital transformation - and data is at the heart of it. As our Data Architect, you'll play a pivotal role in designing and delivering the data strategy that powers smarter decisions, enhances patient care, and enables cutting-edge AI initiatives.

Why This Role Matters

You'll be the technical authority driving how we manage and grow our data warehouse and BI capabilities. By aligning our data architecture with business goals, you'll help unify insights across systems, improve reporting, and elevate the experience for our clients and their pets.

What You'll Do

• Define and lead the data architecture strategy across our global operations.
• Act hands-on with cloud-based data technologies, especially Microsoft Azure and SQL Server.
• Collaborate with leadership and users to ensure our data solutions meet real-world needs.
• Provide technical leadership across Power Platform, Azure infrastructure, and more.

What You'll Bring

• Expertise in Microsoft Azure (ADF/Databricks/Spark), SQL Server, and data warehousing.
• Strong experience with ETL, REST APIs, JSON, and scripting (Python/Visual Studio) is beneficial.
• Familiarity with Power BI and enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Proven ability to set and deliver data strategies aligned with business impact.

The Perks

• Be part of a purpose-driven organisation making a real difference.
• Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking tech environment.
• Enjoy flexible hybrid working with a supportive team culture.

Ready to shape the future of veterinary care through data?

Apply now and make an impact.

What We Offer

At IVC Evidensia we recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from

• Work-life balance
• 26 days annual leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Pension
• Discretionary Bonus
• Discounted staff pet care
• Dog Friendly office
• Free Parking available at Head Office

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.