Data Architect (DV Security Clearance)

CGI; London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm seeks a Data Architect to join their Secure Innovation & Advisory team in London. This role involves analyzing client needs, leading technology delivery, and requires UK Nationals eligible for High-Level Clearance. CGI promotes a culture of innovation and offers extensive learning opportunities while ensuring competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension

Private healthcare

Share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching)

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Solution or Technical Architecture.
• Skillset aligns with Data, Infrastructure, System Integration, or Cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client requirements and select technology options.
• Provide leadership for end-to-end delivery of solutions.
• Collaborate with development teams for complex solution insights.

Skills

Data

Infrastructure (Networking)

System Integration

Cloud (AWS)

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Client:

CGI

Location:

London, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Position Description:

CGI’s Space, Defence, and Intelligence business unit is dedicated to delivering cutting-edge technical solutions that address the most complex challenges faced by government agencies. Our mission-critical systems are custom-built to ensure security, reliability, and innovation, helping our clients protect the nation and its people. We are currently seeking a Data Architect to join our Secure Innovation & Advisory team, working collaboratively with clients to deliver impactful solutions.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List and has been named one of the ‘World’s Best Employers’ by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a member not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage with groundbreaking technologies in a dynamic and rewarding environment. At CGI, we are deeply committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering extensive learning opportunities to help you stay at the forefront of an ever-evolving technology landscape. Our culture values innovation, collaboration, and ownership, making it an ideal environment for self-motivated individuals to thrive.

Please note, due to the highly secure nature of the project, this role is open only to UK Nationals (not dual nationals or visa holders) who hold or are eligible for HMG High-Level Clearance (HLC). While there is some flexibility for remote or hybrid work, onsite attendance at the specified location(s) will be required for secure system access.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

• Analyze client requirements to identify, assess, and select the best solution and technology options.
• Provide leadership and guidance for the end-to-end delivery of solutions, ensuring they meet client objectives and value.
• Collaborate closely with development teams to create hands-on insights into complex solution options.
• Identify emerging risks, costs, and opportunities, and develop responsive strategies to address them.
• Work with Agile delivery teams, providing guidance, standards, and constraints to meet clients' objectives and quality standards.
• Ensure the solutions are scalable, secure, and align with best practices.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

You will have extensive experience in Solution or Technical architecture and have a skillset which aligns to at least one of the below:
• Data
• Infrastructure (Networking)
• System Integration
• Cloud (AWS)

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