Data Platform Architect - AWS

BJSS; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in data solutions is seeking a Data Platform Architect to lead AWS-focused projects. In this senior role, you will define and build data architecture while collaborating closely with clients. The position offers flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a vibrant team environment.

Benefits

Flexible benefits allowance

Industry-leading health and wellbeing plan

Life Assurance (4 x annual salary)

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid working option

Discounts from retail and lifestyle brands

Unlimited professional training opportunities

Social events and a supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience working in AWS environment.
• Comfortable with Infrastructure as Code.
• Excited about data solutions and keeping up with technology.

Responsibilities

• Transform client data access and processes.
• Define and build AWS infrastructure for data solutions.
• Engage with clients and contribute to presales efforts.

Skills

AWS

Infrastructure as Code

Automation

Data Evangelism

Technology Awareness

High-Quality Solutions

Job description

As a Data Platform Architect, you’ll have the chance to transform how our clients access and process data, help drive their data maturity, and enable them with data-driven decision making.

We’re looking for a hands-on practitioner to take ownership of our AWS-focused Enterprise Data Platforms offering and shape this to future market needs.

You will be comfortable defining and building AWS infrastructure, while also able to discuss the finer details of data warehouses, lakes, lake houses, and mesh architectures with client stakeholders and internal teams. You will often be the key subject matter expert on proposals and bids.

Expect to work with clients about 70% of the time with 30% for developing this capability, contributing to presales and curating accelerators. There will also be the opportunity to blog, speak at events, and reach the data community too.

About You

This is a senior role within our Data Professional Services team, providing the successful applicant great freedom to mature and evolve our data platform accelerators. We think this role would suit many different backgrounds and skills; we only ask that you:

• Work in an AWS environment
• Are comfortable with Infrastructure as Code
• Automate repetitive tasks and workloads
• Are excited about working with and evangelizing data solutions
• Enjoy keeping up to date with technology
• Drive high-quality solutions

Feel free to talk to us about how you would make this role your own. We look forward to receiving your application!

Some of the Perks

• Flexible benefits allowance – you choose how to spend your allowance (additional pension contributions, healthcare, dental, and more)
• Industry-leading health and wellbeing plan - we partner with several support functions to cater to each individual's needs, including 24/7 GP services, mental health support, and others
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working - roles are not fully remote as we value our local office communities. You can split your time between the office, client site, and WFH
• Discounts – preferred rates from retail, lifestyle, and utility brands
• An industry-leading referral scheme with no limits on referrals
• Flexible holiday buy/sell options
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Training opportunities and incentives – including professional certifications and unlimited access to O’Reilly
• Giving back – opportunities to participate in initiatives promoting diversity in tech
• Part of a supportive squad across the business to help your growth
• A busy social calendar with town halls, squad nights out, family-friendly events, and office get-togethers