Data Architect

Lithium3 IT Consulting Limited; Remote; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is looking for a talented Data Architect to lead the design and implementation of data solutions. This fully remote role involves shaping the enterprise data strategy and guiding the transition from legacy systems to modern platforms. Candidates should have a strong track record in data architecture and integration design, along with hands-on experience with Azure technologies. Compensation for this position is £70,000 per year, offered on an 18-month fixed-term contract.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Architect or in a senior data engineering/architecture role.
• A strong track record of leading data transformation initiatives.
• Hands-on experience with Azure data technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise-level data models aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead on integration design, ensuring seamless data flow.
• Develop data governance frameworks to guarantee data quality.

Skills

Data modelling

Integration design

Azure data technologies

DevOps practices

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Lithium3 are looking for a talented “hands‑on” Data Architect to lead the way in designing and implementing the future of our customers data landscape. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the data architecture, build scalable solutions, and play a pivotal role in transforming how they manage, integrate, and leverage data across the organisation.

You would be the sole Data Architect leading on planning and integration of data to Cloud applications, mainly Microsoft such as Dynamics CRM.

£70,000 salary.

18 month Fixed Term Contract.

Fully remote.

As the Data Architect, you’ll be responsible for shaping the enterprise data strategy and ensuring systems are robust, scalable, and future‑ready. You’ll design the architecture that underpins analytics, reporting, and AI ambitions, while ensuring that data is accurate, secure, and compliant.

You’ll work closely with technology teams and stakeholders across the business to :

• Design and implement enterprise‑level data models aligned with organisational goals.
• Lead on integration design, ensuring data flows seamlessly between internal and external systems.
• Develop and embed data governance frameworks to guarantee data quality, compliance, and security.
• Oversee migration from legacy systems to modern platforms, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Establish observability and monitoring strategies for our data and integration platforms.
• Lay the foundation for advanced analytics and AI, enabling the organisation to generate data‑driven insights.
• Champion best practice in data engineering and architecture, supporting teams and mentoring colleagues where required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Architect or in a senior data engineering/architecture role.
• A strong track record of leading data transformation initiatives in complex environments.
• Expertise in data modelling, enterprise data architecture, and integration design.
• Hands‑on experience with Azure data technologies and Azure Integration Services.
• Strong knowledge of DevOps practices in the context of data and integrations.
• Experience managing transitions from legacy systems to modern platforms.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across technical and business teams.

In the first instance, apply to this advert and we shall be in touch accordingly.

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