Data Architect

Cyber Security training courses; Manchester; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Competitive salary

Annual leave + benefits

Job summary

Cyber Security training courses in Preston is seeking a Data Architect to shape enterprise data architecture and support analytics and decision-making across the business.

You will design scalable, secure data solutions, lead data modelling and governance, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to translate requirements into technical delivery. The role offers hybrid/flexible working and a competitive salary up to £85,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in data architecture and modelling across complex environments.
• Proven ability to govern metadata and ensure data quality.
• Experience with cloud data platforms and senior stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the organisation's data architecture framework.
• Design and integrate data solutions across platforms and systems.
• Lead data modelling, data flows and system interoperability.
• Drive data governance, metadata management and quality standards.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Collaborate with architecture, engineering and business teams.

Skills

Data modelling

Data integration

Enterprise architecture

Stakeholder engagement

Data governance

Cloud platforms

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

ETL tooling

Job description

Data Architect

Preston (Hybrid/Flexible Working)

Up to £85,000 per annum + benefits

The Opportunity

An established and forward-thinking organisation is seeking a Data Architect to join a high-performing Architecture & Strategy function. This is a key role responsible for shaping and driving enterprise-wide data architecture to support critical business operations, analytics, and decision-making.

You’ll play a central role in designing scalable, secure, and future-ready data solutions across a complex environment, working closely with senior stakeholders to align technical delivery with strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the organisation's data architecture framework
• Design and integrate data solutions across multiple platforms and systems
• Lead data modelling, data flows, and system interoperability initiatives
• Drive best practice in data governance, metadata, and quality standards
• Translate business requirements into effective technical solutions
• Collaborate with architecture, engineering, and business teams to deliver value
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and data management standards

About You

• Proven experience as a Data Architect or in a senior data-focused role
• Strong background in data modelling, integration, and architecture frameworks
• Solid understanding of:
• Data governance & metadata management
• Enterprise architecture principles
• Regulatory and compliance requirements
• Experience with modern data platforms and cloud technologies
• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and communicate complex ideas clearly

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £85,000
• Generous annual leave and benefits package
• Strong focus on professional development and career progression
• Flexible working environment
• Opportunity to work on impactful, large-scale data transformation initiatives