Lead Data Architect

Reed Technology; North East; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm in the UK is looking for a Lead Data Architect to provide strategic leadership in data solutions design. This role involves managing a team of Architects and Engineers, defining architecture frameworks, and ensuring high data quality. The ideal candidate must have over 5 years of experience in data engineering, strong knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure/AWS), and proven leadership skills. Benefits include hybrid working, private health insurance, and flexible leave policies.

Benefits

36 days annual leave entitlement

Flexible, hybrid working

Private Health Insurance (Vitality)

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Corporate metro tickets

Free sports tickets

Qualifications

• 5+ years in data engineering or business intelligence roles required.
• Experience in designing cloud data platforms is essential.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of data solutions using cloud technologies.
• Set standards for solutions documentation and data governance.
• Manage and mentor mid-level to senior team members.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to team members.

Skills

Cloud data platform design experience (Azure/AWS)

Data engineering or business intelligence experience

ETL and data pipeline design

Proficiency in SQL

Data engineering languages (Python, R, Spark)

Data warehouse and data lake principles

Data visualization tools (PowerBI, Tableau)

Leadership or mentoring experience

Agile and/or DevOps experience

Backlog management tools (Jira, Azure DevOps)

Tools

Azure

AWS

PowerBI

Tableau

Jira

Azure DevOps

Job description

We are looking for a Lead Data Architect to provide strategic leadership and technical expertise in the design and development of data solutions. This role involves setting technical standards, evaluating new technologies, and shaping our approach to data. You will lead a team of Data Architects, Engineers, and Analysts, defining data architecture frameworks and ensuring the development of scalable, robust, and cost-effective solutions. The ideal candidate will have a passion for data, be technology-agnostic, and possess excellent client-facing skills.

Lead Data Architect

• Annual Salary: circa 85,000
• Location: Flexible, hybrid working with some client travel

Day to day of the role:

• Shape the approach to the design and development of data solutions using cloud technologies.
• Set standards for solutions documentation and data governance.
• Lead the promotion of Agile delivery methods.
• Manage and mentor mid-level to senior team members.
• Stay updated with the latest technologies and methodologies in cloud and data.
• Maintain relevant certifications and build strong client relationships.
• Promote best practices and inspire continual improvement within the team.
• Analyse client technology implementations and provide recommendations.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to Data Architects and Data Engineers.
• Ensure technical deliveries meet the required standard for data quality and design.
• Provide technical expertise in pre-sales processes to help win new business.
• Contribute to the development of training plans for junior staff.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience designing cloud data platforms in Azure/AWS or significant on-premise design experience.
• 5+ years in data engineering or business intelligence roles.
• Extensive ETL and data pipeline design experience, technology agnostic.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with data engineering coding languages such as Python, R, or Spark.
• Understanding of data warehouse and data lake principles.
• Experience with data visualisation tools such as PowerBI or Tableau.
• Leadership or mentoring experience within a technical team.
• Agile and/or DevOps project delivery experience, including peer reviews and continuous improvement practices.
• Familiarity with backlog management tools such as Jira or Azure DevOps.

Benefits:

• 36 days annual leave entitlement, with incremental increase.
• Sabbatical policy and flexible, hybrid working.
• Modern office space and funded qualifications/certifications.
• Private Health Insurance with Vitality and cycle to work scheme.
• Enhanced sick pay policy and EMI share options scheme.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies and a great working culture.
• Free sports tickets, monthly social events, and staff referral scheme.
• Corporate metro tickets and free parking.

To apply for the Lead Data Architect position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.