Data Architect

FalconSmartIT; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data solutions company is seeking a skilled Data Architect to join their London team. This role requires at least 10 years of experience with a robust understanding of data architecture, cloud technologies, and advanced SQL. You will be responsible for designing data frameworks, implementing data integration methodologies, and managing data governance programs. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and experience in the Financial Services sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Data Architect.
• 3+ years of experience in the Financial Services sector.
• Strong SQL and PL/SQL proficiency.
• Experience with cloud technologies like AWS or AZURE.
• Strong knowledge of GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.

Responsibilities

• Design data architecture frameworks and standards.
• Implement data modeling and integration methodologies.
• Manage enterprise data assets and governance programs.
• Prioritizing and planning complex work in fast-paced environments.

Skills

Data Architecture framework

SQL

Data Modeling

Cloud Technologies (AWS, Azure)

Power BI

Informatica MDM

Python

TOGAF or ISEB accreditation

Communication skills

Education

TOGAF or ISEB accreditation

Tools

Collibra

Solidatus

data.world

Erwin

Power Designer

Snowflake

Tableau

Erwin

Power Designer

Job description

Overview

Job Title : Data Architect

Job Location : London, UK / Hybrid

Job Type : FTE

Job Description

• A minimum of 10 years of experience as a Data Architect
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in the Financial Services sector
• Has excellent understanding of :
• Data Architecture framework, standards, principles and data integration patterns
• Software development, analysis and data modelling, databases, data integration
• Technologies for database, ETL, Business Intelligence, data governance
• Minimum 3 years of experience with any of the given tools Collibra, Solidatus, data.world, or any other data catalog tools in the industry.
• Minimum 5 years experience working with cloud technologies AWS, AZURE.
• Very strong in SQL, PL / SQL or T-SQL.
• Vast experience in data modelling using tools such as Erwin, Power Designer, SQLDBM or Sparx EA.
• Minimum 10 years experience in using databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, Snowflake or any other OLAP/OLAP databases.
• Minimum 5 years experience with reporting tools Power BI, Business Objects, Tableau or OBI.
• Understanding of Master Data Management technology landscape, processes and design principles. Minimum 3 years of experience with Informatica MDM or any other MDM tools (both customer and product domains).
• Understanding of established data management and reporting technologies, and have some knowledge of columnar and NoSQL databases, predictive analytics, data visualization.
• Understanding of GDPR and The Data Protection Act 2018
• Understanding of predictive modelling, NLP and text analysis, Machine Learning
• Data mining, visualization, and Machine Learning skills
• Knowledge of programming languages inc. Python highly desirable.
• TOGAF or ISEB accreditation (preferred)
• Experienced in architecture design, data modelling, data migration (on premise to cloud, and vice versa) and data integration methodologies
• Whole lifecycle experience from project inception, feasibility, design - through to project delivery.
• Proven track record in operating large Data Governance programs and managing enterprise data assets in a complex organisation
• Excellent communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Self-starter with the ability to appropriately prioritize and plan complex work in a rapidly changing environment
• Very strong problem-solving skills