Data Architect (Customer Data)

Abcam; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Abcam seeks a Data Architect to design and oversee the use of customer data for business needs. The ideal candidate will have strong SQL expertise, familiarity with data visualization tools, and a commitment to enhancing data architecture. Join a dynamic team fostering an inclusive environment and flexible working benefits.

Benefits

Flexible benefits tailored to your needs

18 weeks paid maternity leave

6 weeks paternity leave

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Architect.
• Deep understanding of database structures.
• Expertise in SQL and Oracle essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data models representing business entities.
• Collaborate with various functions to ensure effective data architecture.
• Support data migration from legacy systems.

Skills

SQL

Data Visualization

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder Management

Education

BSc in Computer Science

Engineering degree or relevant field

Tools

Tableau

Oracle

AWS

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Data Architect (Customer Data), Cambridge

Client: Abcam

Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: c3184f81221c

Job Views: 4

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

Company Description

For over 20 years, Abcam has been providing tools the scientific community needs to enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders.

We believe that to continue making progress, we need to work together in new ways. We need your own unique perspective as well as this of our people to make an always greater impact on the world. This community needs people like you: dedicated, agile and above all audacious so we can truly bring progress forward.

Job Description

We are looking for a Data Architect to set the vision for the organisation’s use of customer data, through data design, to meet business needs. You should know how to analyze and profile data sources, model data at destinations (warehouses and others), define system requirements, and implement migration methods for existing data.

Hands-on experience with SQL and PL/SQL is essential, as we use Oracle and other storage systems. Familiarity with dbt (data build tool) is preferred. Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau), AWS basics, and Python is desirable.

Ultimately, you will develop and maintain data models representing business entities, store them securely, and ensure data benefits stakeholders.

The Data Architect is part of the Data Engineering team, collaborating with various functions like Technical Operations, Customer Experience, and more, in a global business environment. This role requires agility, audacity, and dedication to ensure the right data architecture supports research goals efficiently.

• Continuously improve Data & Analytics services and capabilities
• Work within Data Engineering to provide high-quality, timely data to stakeholders
• Identify and profile data sources, support data extraction, integration, and create data mappings
• Model data at source and destination, support enterprise data models, and make data understandable for stakeholders
• Support data transformations and manage changes with stakeholders
• Collaborate with Data Governance for data ownership and security
• Design access controls and ensure data security and compliance
• Analyze requirements for new software and applications
• Support data migrations from legacy systems
• Optimize system performance and database systems
• Define security and backup procedures
• Work with architecture to build a comprehensive view of the enterprise environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Architect
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Deep understanding of database structures
• Experience in gathering and analyzing system requirements
• Expertise in SQL and Oracle
• Knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• BSc in Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant field

Additional Information

We offer flexible benefits tailored to your needs, including competitive salaries, 18 weeks paid maternity leave, 6 weeks paternity leave, flexible working, and more. We value your development and growth within our team, fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports wellbeing.