Secure Data Architect - Cloud, Governance & AI

Addition Solutions LTD; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Addition Solutions LTD is seeking a Data Architect to design and deliver secure, high-impact data solutions for national security projects. The role is hands-on and involves shaping data capability to support critical decision-making in complex environments.

Location options include Gloucester, London or Manchester with up to 80% onsite and a hybrid working model. You will work with stakeholders, engineers and delivery teams to implement secure, scalable data architectures leveraging AWS/Azure.

Qualifications

• Strong background in data architecture including modelling, integration, transformation and migration.
• Experience with data governance, metadata, and master data management.
• Proven ability to support analytics environments and AI-enabled solutions.
• Strong data quality experience including KPI definition and automated validation.
• Hands-on experience with cloud data platforms (AWS and/or Azure) such as S3, Glue, Redshift, Lambda, ADF, Synapse.
• Ability to operate in highly secure environments (active DV clearance required).
• Confident communicator with experience engaging technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Designing end-to-end data architectures that support secure, mission-critical environments.
• Translating complex requirements into scalable, tailored data solutions.
• Developing and embedding data strategy, governance, and best practice frameworks.
• Leading delivery across modern data platforms and cloud-based technologies.
• Building proof-of-concept solutions and supporting innovation across data capability.
• Working closely with stakeholders, engineers, and delivery teams to ensure alignment and impact.
• Supporting the development of reusable frameworks, tools, and managed service offerings.
• Applying secure-by-design principles in highly regulated environments.

Skills

Data architecture

Data governance

AI analytics

Data quality

Cloud platforms

DV clearance

Stakeholder comms

Job description

Addition Solutions LTD is seeking a Data Architect to design and deliver secure, high-impact data solutions for national security projects. The role is hands-on and involves shaping data capability to support critical decision-making in complex environments.

Location options include Gloucester, London or Manchester with up to 80% onsite and a hybrid working model. You will work with stakeholders, engineers and delivery teams to implement secure, scalable data architectures leveraging AWS/Azure.