Data Solutions Architect - Microsoft Fabric

iO Associates; England; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UK seeks a Data Solutions Architect with expertise in Microsoft Fabric. The role focuses on designing cloud-first data platforms and guiding clients through transitions. Ideal candidates have strong experience in cloud environments, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of data modeling and ELT patterns. This is a remote position with an initial contract of 3 months, offering a rate of £600 - £700 per day.

Qualifications

• Strong experience as a Data Solutions Architect in cloud environments, preferably Azure.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Fabric including Data Factory and Lakehouse.
• Solid understanding of data modeling and ELT patterns.

Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end data architecture using Microsoft Fabric.
• Create solution designs covering ingestion, modeling, and analytics.
• Support clients through migrations into Fabric OneLake.

Skills

Data modeling

Cloud architecture

Communication skills

SQL

Python

Tools

Microsoft Fabric

Azure

Power BI

Job description

Data Solutions Architect - Microsoft Fabric

iO Associates are supporting a consultancy scaling their Microsoft Fabric offering. We are looking for a Data Solutions Architect who can lead the design of modern, cloud-first data platforms and guide clients through the transition into Fabric.

This role suits someone who enjoys being close to delivery, understands how decisions play out in the real world, and feels comfortable shaping standards and approaches that teams can follow.

Location: Remote (UK)
Rate: £600 - £700 (Outside)
Contract: 3 months initially, strong potential to extend

What You'll Focus On

• Define end-to-end data architecture using Microsoft Fabric and wider Azure services
• Create clear solution designs covering ingestion, modelling, governance, lineage, and analytics
• Work with engineering teams to ensure architectures are practical and deliverable
• Support clients through migrations into Fabric OneLake, including integration planning
• Provide technical direction, design assurance, and best practice guidance
• Help develop repeatable approaches for future Fabric-based implementations

What We're Looking For

• Strong experience as a Data Solutions Architect in cloud environments (Azure preferred)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Fabric (e.g., Data Factory, Lakehouse, Warehouse, Power BI)
• Solid understanding of data modelling, ELT patterns, and governance frameworks
• Good communication skills, able to work with stakeholders at multiple levels
• Experience supporting delivery teams and ensuring solutions meet business requirements
• Comfortable with SQL and Python when needed for validation or prototyping

If you're a Data Solutions Architect interested in shaping how clients embrace Microsoft Fabric, send over your latest CV and we can discuss further.