MS Fabric Data Architect

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

Job summary

NTT DATA UK is seeking an experienced Microsoft Fabric Solution Architect to guide clients through data platform modernisation. You will design Fabric-based architectures that are scalable, secure, and aligned with business goals.

In this role, you will engage with client partners and senior stakeholders, lead solution design and implementation, and foster knowledge sharing across the Practice while advancing data democratisation and AI-driven insights.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in data architecture, engineering or consulting.
• 1–2 years in Microsoft Fabric solution architecture.
• University degree required; Fabric certification desirable.
• Strong consultancy with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Microsoft Fabric

SQL

ETL/ELT

BI/Analytics tools

Stakeholder engagement

Data lifecycle

Problem solving

Communication

Education

University degree

Fabric certification desirable

Tools

Terraform

Job description

The team you'll be working with:

We are seeking an accomplished and highly skilled Microsoft Fabric Solution Architect to join our Data Practice. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in designing and implementing Microsoft Fabric on cloud data platforms that are scalable, secure, and business-aligned. This individual will play a pivotal role in guiding enterprise clients through their data platform modernisation journey, leveraging Microsoft Fabric’s capabilities to enable data democratisation, advanced analytics, and AI-driven insights.

As a trusted advisor, you will collaborate with client partners, business stakeholders, and technology teams to define Microsoft Fabric strategies, design robust architectures, and implement best practices. You will thrive in a fast-evolving technology environment, continuously expanding your knowledge to ensure NTT DATA and our clients remain at the forefront of data innovation.

What you'll be doing:

Primary Responsibilities

• Client Engagement & Delivery

• Solution Design & Implementation

• Migration & Modernisation

• 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, Head of Data Architecture, and Chief Data Architect level

What experience you'll bring:

Key Competencies

• Proven expertise in designing and implementing Microsoft Fabric architectures for enterprise clients.

• Strong consulting values with the ability to interface effectively with senior stakeholders.

• Hands-on experience with SQL, ETL/ELT pipelines, and BI/analytics tools.

• Deep understanding of the data lifecycle (ingestion, storage, processing, governance, consumption).

• Ability to link business objectives with technology strategy and execution.

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

• Experience leading data modernisation initiatives across multiple sectors (e.g., banking, insurance, telecom, public sector, manufacturing, retail).

Technical Expertise

• Extensive experience with Microsoft Fabric core features

• Proficiency in cloud ecosystems (Specifically Azure, optionally AWS and GCP are an advantage) and infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform).

• Strong background in databases, data warehouses, and distributed processing frameworks.

• Familiarity with BI and data exploration tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Talend).

• Experience with data security, governance, and compliance frameworks.

• Expertise in large-scale ETL/ELT pipeline implementation using custom and packaged tools.

Experience, Qualifications, and Education

• Experience: Minimum 7–10 years in data architecture, engineering, or consulting roles, with 1-2 years in Microsoft Fabric solution architecture.

• Education: University degree required.

• Preferred: BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field; Microsoft Fabric certification(s) strongly desirable.

Who we are:

We’re a business with a global reach that empowers local teams, and we undertake hugely exciting work that is genuinely changing the world. Our advanced portfolio of consulting, applications, business process, cloud, and infrastructure services will allow you to achieve great things by working with brilliant colleagues, and clients, on exciting projects.

Our inclusive work environment prioritises mutual respect, accountability, and continuous learning for all our people. This approach fosters collaboration, well-being, growth, and agility, leading to a more diverse, innovative, and competitive organisation. We are also proud to share that we have a range of Inclusion Networks such as: the Women’s Business Network, Cultural and Ethnicity Network, LGBTQ+ & Allies Network, Neurodiversity Network and the Parent Network.

For more information on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion please click here: Creating Inclusion Together at NTT DATA UK | NTT DATA

what we’ll offer you:

We offer a range of tailored benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Our Learning and Development team ensure that there are continuous growth and development opportunities for our people. We also offer the opportunity to have flexible work options.

You can find more information about NTT DATA UK & Ireland here: https://uk.nttdata.com/

We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting equity and diversity in our employment practices. We are also a proud Disability Confident Committed Employer - we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long-term health conditions which have an effect on their ability to do normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare to us, during the application process, that they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Join us in building a truly diverse and empowered team.