Data Architect

iO Associates; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning, people-first consultancy seeks a Data Architect to design and deliver innovative cloud-based data solutions. This role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and a vibrant company culture that values personal growth and community. You'll work with cutting-edge Azure technologies, engage directly with clients, and have the opportunity to explore AI/ML and strategy. The company fosters a welcoming environment with regular social events and activities, ensuring that every team member feels at home. If you're adaptable, curious, and passionate about data architecture, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with Azure Data Services and cloud-based data solutions.
• Strong architectural mindset and client engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver cloud-based data solutions using Azure technologies.
• Engage with clients directly across the project lifecycle.

Skills

Azure Data Services

Data Architecture

Client Engagement

Communication Skills

AI/ML

Tools

Azure Databricks

Azure SQL Database

Azure Data Lake Storage

Azure Cosmos DB

Azure Data Factory

Azure Blob Storage

Power BI

Job description

Data Architect Role

£80,000 - £115,000 dependent on experience

Remote working (occasional visits to client site and head office when you can)

You MUST be eligible for SC Clearance

We are working with an award-winning, people-first consultancy-who are looking for a Data Architect to join their team. You will either be looking to solidify your skill set and thrive in learning more technologies or you may be experienced and looking to grow your career in a company that really values your experience.

This isn't about ticking boxes or blending in. It's about joining a team that genuinely cares about culture, values passion, and believes in growing good people-not just hiring ready-made ones.

You'll predominantly be designing and delivering cloud-based data solutions using Azure Data Services including Azure Databricks, Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Data Factory, Azure Blob storage and Power BI.

You'll work across the full lifecycle-from pre-sales through delivery-and you'll be trusted to engage with clients directly.

Being technically strong is important, but what really matters is your ability to connect, communicate, and bring clarity to complex problems.

There's a solid base of architectural work here, but also space to explore AI/ML, strategy, or wherever your interests lead. The team's big on mentoring, sharing knowledge, and backing each other up when things get busy.

Culturally, this company is something else. It's got a genuine family feel-welcoming, connected, and fun. There are cricket matches, prayer groups, adrenaline junkies planning bungee jumps, and regular social events. Whether you're introverted or extroverted, junior or senior, there's a real effort to make you feel like you belong here.

They're looking for someone with solid Azure experience, an architectural mindset, and the confidence to work directly with clients. It's also important that you're adaptable-comfortable navigating change, asking the right questions, and moving forward even when everything's not completely mapped out. Curiosity, clarity, and a people-first attitude will take you a long way here.

They're flexible, supportive, and committed to helping you grow. You don't have to tick every single box-what matters most is your mindset and potential.

Sound interesting? Let's have a chat and see if this feels like the right fit for you.