Principal Data Architect — AI/Cloud, DV Cleared, Cheltenham

Searchability NS&D; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Searchability NS&D is seeking a Lead/Principal Data Architect for a brand-new permanent role in Cheltenham, working on-site four days a week. The role requires Active Enhanced DV (West) clearance and expertise in data architecture, analytics, AI solutions, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).

You will design advanced data-driven systems for national security clients, develop PoC demonstrators, and contribute to data frameworks and methodologies to strengthen decision-making and mission readiness.

Qualifications

• Active Enhanced DV (West) Clearance to start.
• Willing to work on-site in Cheltenham 4 days per week.
• Expertise in data architecture, including modelling, analysis, transformation, migration, and master data management.
• Experience in developing data analytics and AI-driven solutions.
• Skilled in designing and automating data quality metrics and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver advanced data-driven systems for national security clients.
• Develop proof-of-concept demonstrators and refine approaches to complex data challenges.
• Contribute to frameworks and methodologies in the national security domain.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape future capabilities.

Skills

Data Architecture

Data Analytics

AI Solutions

Cloud Strategy

Tools

AWS

Azure

Job description

Searchability NS&D is seeking a Lead/Principal Data Architect for a brand-new permanent role in Cheltenham, working on-site four days a week. The role requires Active Enhanced DV (West) clearance and expertise in data architecture, analytics, AI solutions, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).

You will design advanced data-driven systems for national security clients, develop PoC demonstrators, and contribute to data frameworks and methodologies to strengthen decision-making and mission readiness.