Data Solutions Architect-£125,000,Hybrid

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data consultancy is seeking an experienced Data Solution Architect in London, focusing on modernising data platforms for top Tier-1 clients. The candidate will be pivotal in cloud adoption and operational excellence. The role requires extensive experience in Google Cloud Platform, including tools like BigQuery and Dataflow, combined with strong client leadership and technical expertise.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in BI, data warehousing, and analytics.
• 4+ years of hands-on experience in cloud and data architecture.
• Strong grounding in enterprise data modelling and data integration patterns.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the architecture of large-scale data platforms on Google Cloud Platform.
• Act as a trusted technical advisor to senior client stakeholders.
• Lead enterprise data modeling and modern ETL/ELT pipeline design on GCP.

Skills

Business Intelligence

Data Warehousing

Analytics

Google Cloud Platform

ETL/ELT Architecture

DataOps

Enterprise Data Modelling

Client Advisory

Education

Advanced degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

BigQuery

Dataflow

Dataproc

Pub/Sub

Cloud Composer

dbt

Job description

Overview

Data Solution Architect - £125,000 - Hybrid

We are seeking an experienced and strategic GCP Data Platform Architect to join as a Senior Associate Vice President (SAVP) within our high-performing data consultancy practice. This is a pivotal role focused on modernising data platforms for Tier-1 banking and financial services clients, driving cloud adoption, innovation, and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong balance of technical expertise, pre-sales capability, and client leadership, with a passion for data architecture and a proven ability to engage with C-level stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Strategic Technical Leadership

• Define and drive the architecture of large-scale data platforms on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Lead the design and delivery of modern cloud-based data solutions including ingestion, transformation, modelling, and analytic layers.
• Shape future-state architectures, modernisation roadmaps, and transformation strategies aligned to client business goals.
• Guide teams through solution delivery, ensuring alignment with architectural principles, governance, and best practices.

Client Advisory & Pre-Sales

• Act as a trusted technical advisor to senior client stakeholders and executive sponsors.
• Translate complex business requirements into clear solution blueprints and architectural artefacts.
• Own and contribute to RFP/RFI responses, solution estimation, technical proposals, and pitch presentations.
• Collaborate with internal and external sales teams to drive business development and solution adoption.

Data Architecture & Governance

• Lead enterprise data modelling and modern ETL/ELT pipeline design on GCP using BigQuery, Dataflow, Dataproc, Pub/Sub, etc.
• Provide thought leadership across data domains including data warehousing, real-time streaming, and data governance.
• Design and implement governance and metadata strategies using tools like Unity Catalog, Alation, Profisee, and similar.
• Promote data quality, lineage, cataloguing, and compliance across client solutions.

Required Experience & Skills

Technical Expertise

• 10+ years of experience in BI, data warehousing, and analytics.
• 4+ years of hands-on experience in cloud and data architecture.
• Proven delivery of large-scale data solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP), with deep expertise in:
• BigQuery, Dataflow, Dataproc, Pub/Sub, Cloud Storage
• DataOps, CI/CD for data pipelines, and cloud security patterns.
• Strong grounding in enterprise data modelling and data integration patterns (batch, streaming).
• Deep knowledge of ETL/ELT architectures and frameworks using tools such as Cloud Composer, dbt, Apache Beam, or similar.
• Experience with governance, cataloguing, and data quality tools (e.g., Unity Catalog, Alation, Profisee).

Industry & Functional Knowledge

• Strong domain experience in banking and financial services (retail, investment, or commercial).
• Understanding of regulatory requirements, data privacy (e.g., GDPR, BCBS 239), and operational risk management.

Consulting & Leadership Skills

• Proven success in pre-sales and RFP/RFI management, including technical writing, solution estimation, and presentation delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical and non-technical teams in a client-facing consulting capacity.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, especially with C-suite and senior executives.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on architecture and delivery oversight.

Desirable Qualifications

• GCP Professional certifications (e.g., Professional Cloud Architect, Data Engineer)
• Familiarity with multi-cloud architectures or other platforms (Azure, AWS)
• Experience in Agile delivery environments (e.g., SAFe, Scrum)
• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field

To apply for this role please submit your CV or contact Dillon Blackburn on 0191 255 1428 or at [e-mail]

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