Principal Data & Analytics Architect - UK-Wide - Remote (Client-based) - Up to £100,000
We're seeking an experienced data architect to join a growing consultancy in delivering enterprise-wide data, AI and analytics programmes across their Microsoft ecosystem. This is a strategic and customer-facing role where you'll act as the technical authority across client engagements and designing modern data platforms.
The Role
- Lead the architecture, design and delivery of enterprise-scale data and analytics solutions.
- Act as the design authority POC across strategic data and analytics programmes.
- Architect modern data platforms leveraging the Microsoft ecosystem.
- Lead customer workshops and discovery sessions with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Support pre-sales activities including solution design, demonstrations, proposals and tender responses.
- Collaborate closely with project and delivery teams to ensure successful implementation and adoption.
- Mentor architects and consultants while promoting knowledge sharing and technical excellence.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Extensive experience designing and delivering enterprise data and analytics solutions.
- Strong knowledge of the Microsoft ecosystem.
- Expertise in modern data architecture patterns.
- Proven background in designing reporting and analytics solutions.
- Strong understanding of cloud architecture, governance, security and data platforms.
- Experience supporting pre-sales and business development activities.
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to shape complex, high-profile data and AI programmes.
- Work with the latest Microsoft technologies, including Fabric and AI solutions.
- Significant involvement in solution design and business growth initiatives.
- Flexible remote working with client-facing engagement opportunities.
- Clear opportunity to establish yourself as a senior technical leader within a growing practice.
All candidates must be UK-based with full right to work in the UK.