Platform Architect

hackajob; Oldbury; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Platform Architect to join their Data & Analytics team. This role focuses on designing and implementing technology solutions to enhance data infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and innovation. The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in data management and cloud technologies, contributing to the modernization of their data systems. Enjoy a hybrid working model and a range of benefits including generous annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution

Free AA breakdown membership

Discounts on AA products and services

Company-funded life assurance

Learning and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 remote GP

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field required.
• Experience in engineering, agile, and DevOps environments.
• Proficiency in Azure, Databricks, PowerBI, AWS, Google Cloud.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement BI, Analytics, and Engineering technology components.
• Collaborate with engineering and business teams for infrastructure design.
• Stay updated with data technology solutions and propose enhancements.

Skills

Azure

Databricks

PowerBI

AWS

Google Cloud

Data Management

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft, Databricks)

Tools

Git

Jira

Job description

hackajob Oldbury, England, United Kingdom

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hackajob is collaborating with The AA to connect them with exceptional tech professionals for this role.

Location: Oldbury (hybrid working 3 days in the office per week)

Employment Type: Permanent, full-time

Additional Benefits: Annual Bonus

Join Our Data & Analytics Team: Transforming Data into Our Superpower!

Are you passionate about data and eager to make a significant impact?

The AA is a well-loved brand with a range of driver services much wider than most people realise. We have extensive data assets from breakdown, service, repair, insurance, telematics, digital interactions, car dealers, and driving schools. Data is a strategic priority for us, and we are modernising our data infrastructure to a cloud platform, enabling machine learning and GenAI. Join us at an exciting time and be part of a team driving meaningful change for our customers, colleagues, and shareholders.

We are seeking a talented BI Platform Architect to support and document the design and implementation of technology within specific work packages, aligning with technical frameworks. The role includes systems configuration and implementation where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement BI, Analytics, and Engineering technology components aligned with technical solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering and business teams to ensure high-quality infrastructure design.
• Embed technical frameworks into the data team, including key design decisions.
• Stay updated with data technology solutions and propose relevant enhancements.
• Ensure designed components meet project requirements and assist with strategic design proposals.
• Participate in design reviews and technical meetings, driving process improvements.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field; industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft, Databricks).

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Azure, Databricks, PowerBI, AWS, Google Cloud, and data management services.

Operational Experience

• Experience in engineering, agile, and DevOps environments; familiarity with Git, Jira, GDPR compliance.

Communication Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong interpersonal and influencing skills.

Leadership & Problem-Solving

• High integrity, clear thinking, results-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills.

Quality Focus

• Detail-oriented, commercially aware, passionate about using data to drive success.

Benefits

As a valued member of The AA, you’ll have access to benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, holiday buying scheme
• Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
• Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1, with discounts for family and friends
• Discounts on AA products, healthcare, shopping, holidays, and more
• Company-funded life assurance
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 remote GP

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Software Development