Databricks Solution Architect

NTT Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA is seeking a highly experienced Data Solutions Architect (Modern Big Data) to lead design and delivery of scalable data platforms. You will guide clients through data modernization journeys, drive modern data architectures, and collaborate with executives and technical teams to align data strategies with business goals.

The role requires hands-on leadership across ingestion, storage, transformation, governance, analytics, and delivery, with a focus on data mesh/fabric concepts and

Qualifications

• 8–12 years in data architecture/engineering/consulting
• 4+ years in modern big data solution architecture
• University degree (BSc/MSc preferred) with relevant certifications
• Databricks, Kafka, or cloud platform certifications desirable

Responsibilities

• Client Engagement & Delivery
• Solution Design & Implementation
• Modernisation & Transformation
• Thought Leadership & Knowledge Sharing
• Collaboration & Leadership

Skills

Big data architectures

Stakeholder engagement

Data lifecycle

Data Mesh

Data Fabric

Cloud platforms

IaC (Terraform/CloudFormation)

Python/Java/R

SQL/NoSQL

Data governance security GDPR

Education

University degree

BSc/MSc in CS/Data Eng

Tools

Databricks

Kafka

Confluent

Spark

Unity Catalog

Job description

Make an impact with NTT DATA Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your day at NTT DATA

We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Data Solutions Architect (Modern Big Data) to join our Data & AI practice. The successful candidate will bring extensive expertise in architecting and delivering modern big data platforms that are scalable, reliable, and business-aligned. This role is pivotal in enabling clients to harness the power of streaming data, data lakes, lakehouses, and advanced analytics platforms, while guiding them on their data modernization journeys.

As a trusted advisor, you will collaborate with executives, stakeholders, and technical teams to define modern big data strategies, design cloud-native architectures, and implement industry-leading best practices. You will thrive in a fast-paced, evolving technology environment, continuously expanding your knowledge to ensure NTT DATA and our clients remain leaders in data-driven innovation.

Looking ahead to future opportunities: As our business continues to grow, we are building a pipeline of exceptional talent for upcoming positions across the UK. This advertisement is intended to identify and engage candidates in advance of specific vacancies becoming available. We encourage you to apply if you would like to be considered for future opportunities that match your expertise.

Primary Responsibilities

• Client Engagement & Delivery
• Solution Design & Implementation
• Modernisation & Transformation
• Thought Leadership & Knowledge Sharing
• Collaboration & Leadership

Business Relationships

• Client Partners
• Practice Leaders and Members
• Peer-level relationships within client organisations up to Head of Data Engineering, Chief Data Architect, CIO, and CDO level

To thrive in this role, you need to have:

Key Competencies

• Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing modern big data architectures for large enterprises.
• Strong consulting values with the ability to engage effectively with senior client stakeholders.
• Hands-on experience across the data lifecycle: ingestion, storage, transformation, governance, analytics, and consumption.
• Deep understanding of data product strategies, Data Mesh, and Data Fabric concepts.
• Ability to align data strategies with business objectives, driving measurable value.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven experience leading data modernisation initiatives across multiple sectors.

Technical Expertise

• Proficiency with big data technologies: Apache Spark, Kafka, Confluent, Databricks, Unity Catalog.
• Strong knowledge of cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Hands-on expertise with data lake/lakehouse architectures and modern streaming solutions.
• Experience with SQL, NoSQL, ETL/ELT pipelines, and programming languages (Python, R, Java).
• Familiarity with BI, data visualisation, and DevOps principles.
• Strong understanding of data governance, security, and compliance frameworks (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA).
• Exposure to machine learning and AI integration within modern data platforms.

Experience, Qualifications, and Education

• Experience: Minimum 8–12 years in data architecture, engineering, or consulting, with at least 4+ years in modern big data solution architecture.
• Education: University degree required.
• Preferred: BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field.
• Relevant certifications in Databricks, Kafka, or cloud platforms highly desirable.

Measures of Success

• Delivery of modern big data solutions aligned to client business objectives.
• High client satisfaction and repeat engagements.
• Leadership in client transformation journeys to cloud-native data platforms.
• Contribution to practice growth through assets, accelerators, and thought leadership.

Workplace type:

About NTT DATA NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 70 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Equal Opportunity Employer NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us.

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