Principal Data Architect

Bupa; Salford; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work

Gym membership

Private medical insurance

Company pension

Health & wellbeing programme

Paid volunteer time

Job summary

Bupa is seeking a Principal Data Architect to lead a comprehensive data architecture program in the UK. The role focuses on establishing principles, reference architecture and roadmaps for data and data technologies to enable data-driven transformation across the organisation.

The successful candidate will govern data quality, metadata, and lineage, collaborate with executives, and mentor a team of data specialists to deliver value through analytics and AI-enabled insights.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in data architecture leadership within complex, data-intensive environments.
• Deep understanding of data modelling, integration, governance, and data management technologies.
• Experience leading data transformation initiatives and driving a data-driven culture.
• Ability to translate business objectives into data architecture solutions and communicate with stakeholders.
• Healthcare or insurance industry experience is a significant plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the enterprise-wide data architecture strategy aligned with business goals.
• Define data architecture principles, standards and best practices for data assets.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify data requirements and design data models.
• Establish governance: data quality, metadata management and data lineage.
• Mentor data architects, data engineers, and data analysts to foster innovation.

Skills

Data architecture

Leadership

Data governance

Cloud data tech

Snowflake

Data mesh

Stakeholder management

Healthcare industry

Tools

Snowflake

Job description

Job Description:Principal Data ArchitectLondonPermanentFull timeWe make health happenAs the Principal Data Architect, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organisation by leading the establishment of a robust data architecture to underpin our Data & Analytics Vision and Connected Care Strategy. You will be responsible for driving a significant improvement in our data capability maturity, enabling us to harness the power of data, analytics and AI to enhance our operational efficiency, customer experience, and strategic decision-making. This role will involve close collaboration with cross-functional teams, executive leadership, and external partners.You will own and govern the strategic principles, reference architecture and roadmaps for data and data technology help us achieve our strategic vision. Working as part of the BGUK Technology and Architecture Office and a member of the Architecture Leadership Team you will collaborate with peers to align our data strategy, architecture, platforms, and principles with those of other domains. You'll work with Chief Data & Analytics Office to establish the key data and technology architecture components of the Data and Architecture Strategy. And you'll own our UK Enterprise Data Model and establish the critical data entities.How you'll help us make health happen:Lead the design, development, and implementation of an enterprise-wide data architecture strategy that aligns with our business goals and supports our data-driven transformation.Define and govern data architecture principles, standards, and best practices to ensure consistency, scalability, and security of data assets.Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to identify data requirements, create data models, and define data integration and migration strategies.Establish data governance practices, including data quality, metadata management, and data lineage, to ensure data accuracy, reliability, and compliance.Provide technical leadership in evaluating and selecting data management and data utilisation technologies, tools, and platforms that support our evolving data ecosystem.Mentor and guide a team of data architects, data engineers, and data analysts to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Partner with executive leadership to communicate the value of data-driven initiatives, influencing strategic decision-making through actionable insights derived from data analytics.Manage key stakeholders - both technical and non-technical, educating and mentoring as we advance on our data journey.Propose and execute technical assessments, proofs of concept and value to promote innovation in the data space and inform data strategy.Contribute to the overall data strategy and roadmaps by mentoring a team data architects and other data experts to ensure a collaborative approach to solving our data challenges.Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role:Proven track record of in data architecture, including substantial experience in a leadership role within complex, data-intensive environments.Deep understanding of data architecture principles, data modelling, data integration, data governance, and data management technologies.Extensive expertise in leading data transformation initiatives, driving cultural change, and promoting a data-driven mindset across the organisation.Strong business acumen and the ability to translate business objectives into data architecture solutions that drive measurable value.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels.Experience within the healthcare or insurance industry is a significant plus.You understand technical governance and participate in or deliver the assurance of a service.Exposure and experience with cloud data technologies, Snowflake, working in a Product model, building data platforms, leading implementation of data mesh approaches in a complex multi-BU federated organisation.Data innovation. You can identify areas of innovation in data tools and techniques and recognise appropriate timing for adoption.BenefitsOur benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health - from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits.Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more:• 25 days holiday, increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell• Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind• An enhanced pension plan and life insurance• Annual performance-based bonus• Onsite gyms or local discounts where no onsite gym available• Various other benefits and online discountsWhy Bupa?We're a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do.We encourage all of our people to ”Be you at Bupa”, we champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. That's why we especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.As a Disability Confident employer, we offer a guaranteed interview for every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. We'll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them.Time Type:Full timeJob Area:Locations:Angel Court, London, Bupa PlaceCycle to work scheme, Gym membership, Financial planning services, Free flu jabs, Employee mentoring programme, Referral programme, Company pension, Additional leave, Health & wellbeing programme, Paid volunteer time, Private dental insurance, Private medical insurance