Lead Data Strategy & Architecture Consultant

Siemens Energy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology company in Greater London seeks a Lead Data Strategy & Architecture Consultant. This role involves designing high-level architectural roadmaps and leading data transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in Data Strategy and deep knowledge of modern data stacks like Snowflake and Databricks. You will serve as a trusted advisor to cross-functional teams, ensuring that local solutions align with global data strategies. A competitive compensation package and developmental opportunities are included.

Benefits

Motivational remuneration system

Referral Program

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Data Strategy, Enterprise Architecture, or Technical Consulting.
• Deep expertise in modern data stacks (Snowflake, Databricks, Azure/AWS, Python/SQL).
• Experience with major changes like moving from on-prem to cloud.

Responsibilities

• Lead workshops and strategy sessions to create actionable data roadmaps.
• Serve as the primary technical consultant, guiding enterprise-grade architectures.
• Define and champion data quality and governance standards.

Skills

Data Strategy

Technical Consulting

Data Governance

Stakeholder Management

Data Engineering

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems

Tools

Snowflake

Databricks

Azure

AWS

Python

SQL

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

You are the strategic bridge between our business goals and our technical reality. As a Lead Data Strategy & Architecture Consultant, you won’t just be building pipelines—you will be defining why and how we build them. Your day involves assessing the “big picture” data needs of our Grid Technologies execution units, designing high‑level architectural roadmaps, and leading cross‑functional initiatives that turn fragmented data into a competitive advantage. You are the trusted advisor who helps business units navigate their digital transformation journey.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Facilitate Data Strategy: You will lead workshops and strategy sessions with business units to translate high‑level goals (e.g., “digitalize the grid”) into concrete, actionable data roadmaps and architectural blueprints.
• Advisory & Consulting: Serve as the primary technical consultant to our Execution Units. You will review their proposed solutions, challenge inefficient designs, and guide them toward enterprise‑grade architectures (e.g., Data Mesh, Lakehouse).
• Lead Transformation Initiatives: Take ownership of large‑scale data projects—such as cloud migrations or master data harmonization—by coordinating efforts across distributed teams. You drive the initiative forward without needing direct line management authority.
• Architectural Governance: Define and champion the “Golden Standards” for data quality and governance. You will ensure that local solutions align with our global data strategy.
• Technology Enablement: Scout and recommend emerging technologies (AI/ML, Automation, Data Fabric). You help teams understand when and how to adopt new tools to solve business problems.

What You Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Strategic Experience: 5+ years in Data Strategy, Enterprise Architecture, or Technical Consulting. You have a track record of leading data initiatives from concept to execution in complex, matrixed organizations.
• Technical Authority: Deep expertise in modern data stacks (Snowflake, Databricks, Azure/AWS, Python/SQL). You may not code every day, but you have the technical depth to design systems and challenge engineering decisions.
• Leadership without Authority: You are a natural facilitator who can align conflicting stakeholders, manage expectations, and drive progress across teams that do not report to you.
• Transformation Focus: Experience with major changes (e.g., moving from on‑prem to cloud, implementing Data Governance frameworks like DAMA) is essential.
• Data Engineering Skills: Hands‑on experience with ETL/ELT tools, data pipeline orchestration (e.g., Airflow, Azure Data Factory), and SQL/NoSQL databases.

About The Team

Our Grid Technologies division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid! The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high‑voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company! With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world’s electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150‑year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Rewards / Benefits

• We use a motivational remuneration system and an attractive compensation package.
• Refer and earn through our exciting Referral Program.
• Grow professionally with broad development opportunities and participation in exciting projects.
• https://jbs.siemens-energy.com/jobs