Senior Data Architect

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy is hiring a Senior Data Architect in Watford. This role involves designing scalable data platforms on Google Cloud and leading a team to implement robust data solutions while ensuring data quality. Ideal candidates will have extensive GCP experience and strong programming skills.

Qualifications

• Proven background in designing data warehouse and data lake architectures.
• Hands-on expertise in GCP core data services.
• Familiarity with various cloud platforms and DevOps methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop overall data strategy in line with client needs.
• Lead and mentor a team to implement scalable data solutions.
• Ensure design and deployment of data platforms follow best practices.

Skills

Data architecture

GCP services

Data quality

Programming in Python

ETL processes

Data visualization

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

BigQuery

Looker

Power BI

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Senior Data Architect, watford, hertfordshire

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Client:

Anson McCade

Location:

watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

The Opportunity

A leading global consultancy organisation is seeking a skilled Data Architect to design and deliver robust, scalable data platforms on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in building and maintaining large-scale data warehouses, ensuring high standards of data quality, and adhering to best practices in data architecture.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and develop the overall data strategy in line with client requirements and compliance standards.
• Lead and mentor a team of data engineers to implement scalable and efficient data solutions.
• Translate business needs into technical solutions by collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ensure the design and deployment of data platforms follow GCP best practices for performance, reliability, and security.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven background in designing data warehouse and data lake architectures.
• Demonstrable experience in building and operating large-scale data platforms on Google Cloud Platform, with a focus on data quality at scale.
• Hands-on expertise in core GCP data services such as BigQuery, Composer, Dataform, Dataproc, and Pub/Sub.
• Strong programming skills in PySpark, Python, and SQL.
• Proficiency in ETL processes, data mining, and data storage principles.
• Experience with BI and data visualisation tools, such as Looker or Power BI.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively bridge technical and business discussions.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Degree (BSc, MSc, or PhD) in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Familiarity with alternative cloud and data platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, Azure, or AWS.
• Knowledge of DevOps/DataOps methodologies and experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Understanding of monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting in cloud-based environments.
• Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer certification (or equivalent) is highly advantageous.