Enterprise Data Architect

Eligo Recruitment Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Data Architect to migrate from SQL Server to a cloud-first architecture. The role involves designing a unified data architecture, collaborating with stakeholders, and integrating large volumes of data. This hybrid position requires 2 days a week in the office and offers a chance to make a significant impact in a respected organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a data architect with success in migrating SQL Server to cloud.
• Strong ability to design unified data architecture that removes silos.
• Experience with large volumes of complex data and 3rd party integration.
• Ability to develop a data architecture roadmap aligned with business strategies.

Responsibilities

• Map current data architecture and define targeted changes.
• Remove duplication and increase data integration.
• Develop a roadmap aligned with architectural strategies.
• Lead migration to cloud-first architectures.
• Oversee data import and integration activities.
• Ensure data architecture supports business needs and provides a single source of truth.

Skills

Data architecture design

Cloud migrations

Data integration

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Overview

We are looking to recruit an experienced data architect who has practical experience of migrating from a mainly on premise SQL Server based data architecture to a cloud-first architecture. The role focuses on creating a clearly focused data architecture that addresses the needs of the business and creates a single version of the truth in a complex data environment. This will include integration with 3rd party service providers and the ability to import and integrate large volumes of complex and sensitive data. You will be removing duplication and silos of data to create a clearly focused data architecture that addresses the current and future needs of the business.

Responsibilities

• Map the As-Is data architecture and work with key stakeholders and partners to define a targeted data architecture.
• Remove duplication and increase data integration across the business to provide clear insights into operations.
• Develop a data architecture roadmap aligned with business, application, and infrastructure architectures to enable ongoing expansion of operational capacity.
• Lead migration from on-premise to cloud-first data architectures and ensure governance and security for large volumes of complex and sensitive data.
• Engage with 3rd party service providers and oversee data import, transformation, and integration activities.
• Collaborate with business leaders to ensure data architecture supports current and future needs and provides a single source of truth.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a data architect with practical success in migrating from on-premise SQL Server to a cloud-first architecture.
• Strong ability to design a unified data architecture that removes duplication and data silos while enabling broad data integration.
• Experience with integrating large volumes of complex and sensitive data and working with 3rd party service providers.
• Ability to develop a data architecture roadmap that aligns with business, application, and infrastructure strategies.
• Strong communication skills and ability to partner with stakeholders to produce a clear picture of current and target architectures.

Work Arrangement

This is a hybrid role that will require 2 days per week at our client’s office in West Yorkshire.

About the Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join an organisation with an excellent reputation as an employer in a role where you can make a real difference and be a key part of creating an architecture to take the business forward.

About Eligo Recruitment

Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity.