Data Architect - Director

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in Birmingham is seeking a Director of Data Architecture to shape enterprise data strategies and lead client engagements. This senior leadership role requires expertise in data architecture, and applicants must be willing to travel to London frequently. The position offers a competitive salary of £125,000 – £140,000, a 20% bonus, and a £5,000 car allowance.

Benefits

20% annual bonus

£5,000 car allowance

Flexible working options

Access to DEI networks

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in enterprise data architecture across analytical and streaming environments.
• Deep knowledge of cloud platforms and data warehousing.
• Hands-on understanding of Python and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation, assurance, and governance of enterprise data models.
• Manage and mentor a team of senior data architects.
• Act as senior data architecture authority in client engagements.

Skills

Enterprise data architecture

Cloud platforms

Data warehousing (Snowflake)

Data modelling standards

Data governance

Python

SQL

Consulting skills

Tools

Erwin

Lucidchart

Airflow

DBT

Atlan

Job description

Overview

Director of Data Architecture - Birmingham (Travel to London required). £125,000 – £140,000 + 20% bonus + £5,000 car allowance. Our client is a global leader in technology and consulting, delivering cutting-edge solutions across cloud, infrastructure, applications, and business processes. With a strong emphasis on innovation and collaboration, they empower teams to solve complex challenges and drive transformation at scale.

As Director of Data Architecture, you’ll shape enterprise-wide data strategies, lead high-impact client engagements, and build a world-class architecture practice. This is a senior leadership role requiring deep technical expertise, commercial acumen, and consulting finesse. Applicants must be available for frequent London travel.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Data Strategy & Oversight

Lead the creation, assurance, and governance of enterprise data models across analytical and real-time streaming domains. Define and enforce architecture standards, principles, and best practices aligned with business and regulatory needs.

Practice Leadership & Mentoring

Manage and mentor a team of senior data architects, enhancing their consulting capabilities and technical depth. Drive strategic direction across the practice and foster a culture of excellence.

Client Engagement & Advisory

Act as the senior data architecture authority in complex client engagements. Present confidently at executive level, influence strategic decisions, and serve as a trusted advisor.

Pre-Sales & Bid Leadership

Own large-scale bids from solution design to financial modelling. Balance commercial competitiveness with delivery risk and build consensus across sales and delivery teams.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven expertise in enterprise data architecture across analytical and streaming environments.
• Deep knowledge of cloud platforms, data warehousing (Snowflake), and real-time systems.
• Experience with data modelling standards (e.g., 3NF, Dimensional, Vault 2.0) and tools (e.g., Erwin, Lucidchart).
• Strong grasp of data governance, metadata management, and compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR).
• Hands-on understanding of Python, SQL, and modern data engineering tools (e.g., Airflow, DBT, Atlan).
• Exceptional consulting and stakeholder management skills.
• Career experience within leading consultancies or SIs (e.g., IBM, Thoughtworks, EY, Capgemini).

What’s on Offer

£125,000 – £140,000 base salary

20% annual bonus

£5,000 car allowance

Inclusive culture with flexible working options

Access to DEI networks and continuous learning opportunities

This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of data innovation. If you're ready to lead transformative engagements and shape the future of enterprise data architecture, we’d love to hear from you.