Senior Data Architect

Scrumconnect Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Scrumconnect Consulting in London, United Kingdom, is seeking a Senior Data Architect to shape how data is structured, shared and governed across public sector services. You will design conceptual, logical and physical data models, set data standards and reference data, and define data flows, integration patterns and APIs for sharing information.

You will also lead data governance, quality and metadata practices, ensure security and UK GDPR compliance, and collaborate with product, research and

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a data architect on complex systems.
• Strong data modelling skills across relational and modern data platforms.
• Experience defining data standards, interoperability and data sharing approaches.
• Experience with data governance, quality and metadata management.
• Knowledge of cloud data platforms such as Azure, AWS or GCP.

Responsibilities

• Design conceptual, logical and physical data models for complex services.
• Define data standards, identifiers and reference data that work across organisations.
• Design data flows, integration patterns and APIs for sharing data.
• Set data governance, quality and metadata approaches.
• Make sure designs meet security, privacy and UK GDPR requirements.
• Produce architecture artefacts such as data architecture views, decision records and roadmaps.
• Work with product, research, analysis and engineering teams so data design meets real needs.
• Take designs through technical governance and advise senior stakeholders.

Skills

Data architecture

Data modelling

Data standards

Data governance

Cloud platforms

Open standards

Master data management

Job description

London, United Kingdom | Posted on 11/11/2026

Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens.

We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery and building digital services that make a real difference. Our teams work at the forefront of innovation, helping organisations transform and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that truly matter.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Data Architect to design how data is structured, shared and governed across public sector services. You will define data models and standards that let organisations share and reuse data with confidence.

Key Responsibilities

Design conceptual, logical and physical data models for complex services.

Define data standards, identifiers and reference data that work across organisations.

Design data flows, integration patterns and APIs for sharing data.

Set data governance, quality, lineage and metadata approaches.

Make sure designs meet security, privacy and UK GDPR requirements.

Produce architecture artefacts such as data architecture views, decision records and roadmaps.

Work with product, research, analysis and engineering teams so data design meets real needs.

Take designs through technical governance and advise senior stakeholders.

Essential Skills and Experience

Extensive experience as a data architect on complex systems.

Strong data modelling skills across relational and modern data platforms.

Experience defining data standards, interoperability and data sharing approaches.

Experience with data governance, quality and metadata management.

Knowledge of cloud data platforms such as Azure, AWS or GCP.

Ability to explain data architecture to technical and non-technical audiences.

UK government or public sector experience.

Experience with open standards and the Technology Code of Practice.

Experience with registers, identifiers or master data management.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation and better outcomes. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups, including women, people with disabilities, and diverse communities, as well as those seeking flexible working arrangements.

As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment to ensure equal opportunities for all.