Senior Data Architect: Enterprise Cloud & Data Strategy

Aberdeen Standard Investments; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in the UK is seeking a Principal Data Engineer to drive data architecture for their Adviser business. You will lead the design and implementation of scalable data solutions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with business goals. Candidates should have a strong analytical background, excellence in stakeholder engagement, and the ability to mentor other professionals. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact and innovate in a data-driven environment.

Benefits

40 days’ annual leave

16% employer pension contribution

Discretionary performance-based bonus

Private healthcare

Gym discounts

Access to employee discount portal

Qualifications

• Strong ability to engage with stakeholders effectively.
• Proven track record in delivering data architecture solutions.
• Experience in mentoring and developing data professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of scalable data architectures.
• Architect and optimize data warehousing solutions.
• Write and optimize complex SQL queries.
• Evaluate and integrate big data technologies.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Mentoring

Education

Experience in financial services

Tools

Microsoft Fabric

SQL

Python

Apache Kafka

Apache Spark

Job description

A leading financial services firm in the UK is seeking a Principal Data Engineer to drive data architecture for their Adviser business. You will lead the design and implementation of scalable data solutions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with business goals. Candidates should have a strong analytical background, excellence in stakeholder engagement, and the ability to mentor other professionals. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact and innovate in a data-driven environment.