Data Solution Architect

Primark; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Primark is seeking a Data Solutions Architect to lead delivery of data and analytics solutions within a major transformation programme. The role sits hybrid between Reading and Dublin, bridging business requirements with technical implementation.

You will guide data architecture, modelling, ETL and integration work, collaborate with multiple teams and external vendors, and ensure governance and best-practice delivery across initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in data, analytics or architecture roles, with leadership experience.
• Strong expertise in data architecture, data modelling, ETL and system integration.
• Experience delivering enterprise-scale data platforms and analytics solutions.
• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical designs.
• Experience with cloud platforms and data governance.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of data & analytics products across strategic programmes.
• Collaborate with data teams, stakeholders and vendors to deliver scalable solutions.
• Translate business data needs into technical solutions and designs.
• Define architectures, data models, and integration frameworks.
• Produce solution blueprints and technical designs for governance.
• Manage risks, dependencies and delivery across multiple workstreams.
• Ensure Agile delivery and adherence to best practices.

Skills

Data architecture

Data modelling

ETL processes

System integration

Analytics platforms

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/Engineering

Job description

Location: Reading or Dublin (Hybrid Basis)

Job Type: Inside IR35 Day Rate

We're looking for an experienced Data Solutions Architect to play a key role in delivering data and analytics solutions across a major business transformation programme.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in data architecture, integration, analytics, and large-scale technology delivery, who can bridge the gap between business requirements and technical implementation while driving successful project outcomes.

What you'll be doing

• Leading the end-to-end technical delivery of Data & Analytics products and services across strategic programmes and projects
• Collaborating with Data Architecture, Data & Analytics teams, project stakeholders and third-party vendors to deliver scalable data solutions
• Gathering, validating and translating business data and reporting requirements into technical solutions
• Defining solution architectures, data models, integration frameworks and ETL requirements
• Producing and presenting solution blueprints, technical designs and key decision documents (KDDs) to Architecture Governance forums
• Ensuring solutions align with enterprise architecture principles, governance standards and broader IT objectives
• Managing technical risks, dependencies, assumptions and issues while driving mitigation plans through to resolution
• Supporting programme planning, resource allocation and capacity management across technical delivery teams
• Driving stakeholder engagement and influencing adoption of data and analytics products and services across the business
• Monitoring delivery quality and ensuring projects adhere to agile methodologies and technology best practices

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as a Data Solutions Architect, Data Architect, or Technical Architect delivering enterprise-scale data platforms and analytics solutions
• Strong expertise in data architecture, data modelling, ETL processes, system integration and analytics platforms
• Experience translating complex business and reporting requirements into scalable technical solutions
• Demonstrable experience governing technical design, architecture standards and delivery quality across programmes
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience managing technical risks, dependencies and delivery challenges across multiple workstreams
• Exposure to modern data and analytics technologies, cloud platforms and enterprise integration frameworks
• Previous experience working with external vendors, delivery partners and cross-functional teams
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, Information Systems or a related discipline
• 10+ years' experience in data, analytics or architecture roles, including leadership and team management experience

Why apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-profile transformation programme where you'll shape the future of the organisation's data and analytics landscape, working with senior stakeholders to deliver innovative, business-critical solutions.