Data Architect

BJSS; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in the UK seeks a Technical Authority to lead delivery teams and advocate DataOps practices. The role entails interfacing with clients to craft high-quality data solutions using modern data platforms, AWS, and Azure. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in data security and be passionate about mentoring and driving continuous business value. Flexible benefits, hybrid working, and professional training are offered.

Benefits

Flexible benefits allowance

Health and wellbeing plan

Life Assurance

25 days annual leave

Discounts with various brands

Training opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Experience with numerous data platforms and data modelling approaches.
• Knowledge of public cloud services including AWS and Azure.
• Deep understanding of security and privacy applications in data implementations.
• Lead delivery teams and interface with customers to translate needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery teams by example and provide technical direction.
• Interface with customers to understand needs and deliver outcomes.
• Mentor colleagues to ensure high standards across projects.
• Advocate DataOps practices and Agile methodologies.
• Contribute as a technical authority while balancing innovation.

Skills

Data platforms (e.g., Databricks)

Data modelling

AWS

Azure

Security and privacy in data

OLTP and analytical warehouses

Agile methodologies

C-Level stakeholder engagement

Job description

Overview

About the Role We work with clients across all aspects of deriving value from data: from technical implementations like modern data warehousing to scalable analytics and ML solutions. We help our customers embrace a DataOps culture and advocate Agile methodologies, delivering business value continuously. Projects may be on-premise or in the cloud, often driving business intelligence and machine learning capabilities to achieve Data as a Service ambitions.

As a technical authority, you will interface directly with customers, represent BJSS’s deep technical expertise, and lead delivery teams by example. You will provide the insight to craft great solutions that delight customers, mentor others to see the wider picture, and champion the deep experience they bring.

About You

Technology and data are your passions, and you get huge reward from seeing excellent solutions delivered. You are an enthusiastic champion for your subject, with energy and a delivery-focused attitude that earns the respect of those around you as a trusted technical advisor. You are willing to be hands-on when necessary and balance innovation and intellectual rigour with pragmatism. You have a constant drive to learn and are genuinely passionate about understanding customer challenges and how you can help them.

You will bring wide experience of the data ecosystem, including:

• numerous data platforms (e.g., Databricks)
• data modelling approaches
• public cloud services including AWS and Azure
• a deep knowledge and focus on security and privacy and their applications in data platform implementations
• OLTP and analytical warehouses

With experience in Agile and C-Level stakeholder engagement, you’ll be knowledgeable in the full product lifecycle from discovery to delivery and a champion of quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery teams by example and provide technical direction to craft high-quality data solutions.
• Interface with customers to understand needs and translate them into technical outcomes.
• Mentor colleagues to ensure high standards and broad perspective across projects.
• Advocate DataOps practices and Agile methodologies to drive continuous business value.
• Contribute as a hands-on technical authority when required while balancing innovation with pragmatic delivery.

Benefits

• Flexible benefits allowance – choose how to spend (pension, healthcare, dental, etc.).
• Industry leading health and wellbeing plan with 24/7 GP services and mental health support.
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Hybrid working with time split between office, client site, and work-from-home.
• Discounts with various brands and an industry-leading referral scheme with no limits.
• Flexible holiday buy/sell option and electric vehicle scheme.
• Training opportunities and incentives, including access to professional certifications.
• Giving back through partnerships to support diverse groups entering tech.
• Collaborative squads with colleagues across the business and a busy social calendar.