Senior Data Architect - Leading GIS/Geo-spatial Telco SaaS Business

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading GIS/Geo-spatial SaaS business is seeking an experienced Senior Data Architect in Worcester. This role involves collaborating with clients to enhance data governance and developing scalable data solutions for the Telco & Utilities sectors. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in data architecture, GIS technologies, and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in working with GIS data models and transformation.
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations is essential.
• Ability to design automated data solutions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients for data evaluation and governance.
• Design GIS data models aligned with business objectives.
• Develop automated ETL pipelines for data processing.

Skills

Communication

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s or higher degree in computer science, engineering, or related fields

Tools

Python

Perl

SAFE FME

GIS/CAD tools

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Senior Data Architect - Leading GIS/Geo-spatial Telco SaaS Business, Worcester

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Location: Worcester, United Kingdom

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Posted: 31.05.2025

Expiry Date: 15.07.2025

Job Description:

Zearch is partnering with a leading GIS/Geo-spatial SaaS business to hire an experienced Data Architect for high-priority projects in the Telco & Utilities sectors.

• Collaborate with clients to evaluate the quality and business value of datasets, performing detailed audits of critical data elements.
• Assist clients with data governance processes to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and integrity across systems.
• Review client systems to understand data structure and customer lifecycle data flow.

GIS Data Modeling & Transformation

• Design GIS data models aligned with business objectives, transforming data using tools like Python, Perl, Safe FME, and proprietary utilities.
• Standardize datasets to support scalable, automated workflows.
• Establish automated data ingestion processes for client data processing.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain detailed documentation of data architectures and transfer processes.
• Ensure compliance with privacy and security standards such as PII, PCI, PI, FERC, and CPNI.

Deployment & Operational Support

• Contribute to deployment teams for implementing new data models.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize data sources based on assessments and business goals.
• Document data collection and transfer methods to meet standards.
• Work with project teams to integrate new data sources.

ETL Development

• Develop automated ETL pipelines prioritizing scalability and reliability.
• Leverage expertise in data architecture, modeling, and insights extraction.
• Manipulate both structured and unstructured data.
• Understand relational databases and entity relationship design.
• Experience with GIS/CAD tools like Smallworld, ESRI, Bentley, Hexagon, etc.
• Develop reporting and analytics structures based on business requirements.
• Experience with SAFE FME is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations is essential.
• Experience with analytics and reporting tools is a plus.

General Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, including executive presence.
• Strong interpersonal skills focused on customer service and collaboration.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to design automated data solutions.
• Resilient and adaptable under pressure.

Education & Background

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in computer science, engineering, or related fields (e.g., E&M, MBA).
• Relevant experience may substitute for formal education.