Principal Data & AI Architect

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital transformation company seeks a Principal Architect for Data & AI in Exeter. This role involves leadership in delivering advanced data solutions while engaging with high-level stakeholders. Candidates should possess deep expertise in cloud platforms and modern data architectures to define impactful solutions.

Benefits

Company bonus

Medical care

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in modern data and AI platforms.
• Proven track record in delivering scalable applications in the cloud.
• Fluency in customer-centric design and strategic decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on as a Principal Architect for Data & AI.
• Engage in C-suite conversations and guide major programmes.
• Build scalable capabilities and mentor future leaders.

Skills

Data architecture

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Data integration

Event-driven architecture

Job description

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Shape the future of data and AI – at a place that’s shaping the future of technology.

This is more than just a senior tech role. It’s your chance to join a fast-growing digital transformation powerhouse, known for solving complex challenges across public and private sectors. With a reputation for doing work that matters—on a national and global scale—you'll help define cutting-edge solutions using the latest in AI, cloud, and data architecture.

As a Principal Architect for Data & AI, you won’t just advise—you’ll lead and be completely hands-on in your role.

You’ll work across major programmes, guide customers at the highest levels, and build capabilities that scale across organisations. Think C-suite conversations, technical authority across diverse data landscapes, and mentoring future leaders—all while staying hands-on where it counts.

What you’ll bring:

• Deep expertise across modern data and AI platforms—from real-time streaming to serverless and ML pipelines.

• Proven track record delivering scalable, distributed applications in the cloud (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

• Fluency in data integration, event-driven architectures, and customer-centric design.

• Ability to guide teams, engage C-level stakeholders, and make strategic technical decisions with commercial awareness.

• Company bonus

• Medical care

To hear more about the Principal Data/AI Architect, get in touch with Connor Smyth at Anson McCade on 020 7780 6706.