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Data Platform Architect

TN United Kingdom

Birmingham

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

25 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Data Platform Architect to design and implement scalable data solutions. This role requires strong expertise in Azure, focusing on data governance and compliance. You will work closely with engineers and stakeholders to optimize data storage and analytics. If you have a consulting background and a passion for data architecture, this is an exciting opportunity to lead and mentor a talented engineering team in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of experience in Azure data architecture required.
  • Proven expertise in Azure Data Services and big data technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Design and architect end-to-end data platforms using Azure cloud services.
  • Develop and maintain data pipelines, data lakes, and data warehouses.

Skills

Azure Data Architecture
Azure Data Services
Big Data Technologies
ETL Processes
Data Modelling
SQL
Python
Scala
CI/CD
DevOps

Tools

Azure Data Factory
Azure Synapse Analytics
Azure Databricks

Job description

Position: Data Platform Architect
Employment Type: Contract, Full time
Start: ASAP
Location: Birmingham - Hybrid
Languages: English

Role – We are looking for an experienced Data Platform Architect with strong Azure experience to design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance data solutions for one of our leading consulting partners.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Design and architect end-to-end data platforms using Azure cloud services.
  2. Develop and maintain data pipelines, data lakes, and data warehouses using Azure Data Services (Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Databricks, etc.).
  3. Define and implement data governance, security, and compliance best practices.
  4. Work closely with data engineers, data scientists, and business stakeholders to align data solutions with business goals.
  5. Optimize data storage, processing, and analytics to enhance performance and cost efficiency.
  6. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the engineering team.

Key Skills
  1. 6+ years of experience in Azure data architecture.
  2. Proven expertise in Azure Data Services (Azure SQL, Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, Azure Databricks, etc.).
  3. Strong understanding of big data technologies, ETL processes, and data modelling.
  4. Experience with data governance, security, and compliance frameworks.
  5. Proficiency in SQL, Python, or Scala.
  6. Hands-on experience with CI/CD, DevOps, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) in Azure.
  7. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to communicate technical concepts effectively.
  8. Consulting background.
  9. Strong communication skills (oral & written).
  10. Rights to work in the UK is a must (No Sponsorship available).

Should you be interested in being considered for this position and would like to discuss further, please apply with your latest CV or share your CV directly with me at christophe.ramen@focusonsap.org.

Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit.

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