Remote Data Architect: Cloud & Azure Strategy Lead

Lithium3 IT Consulting Limited; Remote; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A data consulting firm in the UK is seeking a hands-on Data Architect to lead the design and implementation of data architecture for clients. This remote role involves shaping the enterprise data strategy and integrating data to Cloud applications. Responsibilities include overseeing data governance, migration from legacy systems, and establishing best practices in data engineering. Candidates should have proven experience in data architecture, particularly with Azure technologies, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Architect or in a senior data engineering/architecture role.
• A strong track record of leading data transformation initiatives in complex environments.
• Expertise in data modelling, enterprise data architecture, and integration design.
• Hands-on experience with Azure data technologies and Azure Integration Services.
• Experience managing transitions from legacy systems to modern platforms.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across technical and business teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise-level data models aligned with organisational goals.
• Lead on integration design, ensuring data flows seamlessly between internal and external systems.
• Develop and embed data governance frameworks to guarantee data quality, compliance, and security.
• Oversee migration from legacy systems to modern platforms.
• Establish observability and monitoring strategies for data and integration platforms.
• Lay the foundation for advanced analytics and AI.

Skills

Data modelling

Data architecture

Integration design

Azure data technologies

DevOps practices

Communication skills

Job description

A data consulting firm in the UK is seeking a hands-on Data Architect to lead the design and implementation of data architecture for clients. This remote role involves shaping the enterprise data strategy and integrating data to Cloud applications. Responsibilities include overseeing data governance, migration from legacy systems, and establishing best practices in data engineering. Candidates should have proven experience in data architecture, particularly with Azure technologies, and strong communication skills.