Senior Data architect (SC Cleared)

Scrumconnect; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Scrumconnect Limited is seeking a Senior Data Architect to define and maintain data architecture for modern digital services. You will work across delivery teams to ensure data is designed, stored and consumed consistently.

You will collaborate with Technical Architects, Software Developers and Analysts to ensure systems follow data architecture principles and maintainability. Hybrid working, with a focus on scalable, secure data solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in data architecture and data design.
• Ability to design and maintain data models and metadata systems.
• Experience supporting data standards and data dictionaries.
• Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases (Postgres, MySQL, MongoDB, Oracle).
• Experience with cloud data platforms (AWS and/or Azure).
• Understanding of data integration and lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers and delivery teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Clear communication and documentation skills.
• Experience in agile delivery environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain enterprise and solution-level data architectures.
• Define and govern data models, schemas and metadata structures.
• Provide oversight and guidance to teams producing data artefacts.
• Support the creation and management of data dictionaries.
• Ensure data solutions align with architecture principles.
• Work with Technical Architects to align systems with data architecture.
• Advise on data storage, access and integration patterns.
• Support data quality, consistency and integrity across services.
• Communicate data architecture decisions clearly to stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of data architecture practices.

Skills

Data architecture

Data design

Metadata systems

Relational databases

NoSQL databases

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Oracle

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Data governance

Data integration

Agile delivery

Strong communication

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Scrumconnect is a multi-award-winning UK digital consultancy. We help public and private sector organisations design and deliver better digital services, working in agile, multidisciplinary teams on services used by millions of people every day.

The Role

As a Senior Data Architect, you will define and maintain the data architecture that supports modern digital services. You will work across delivery teams to make sure data is designed, structured, stored and consumed in a consistent and effective way.

You will work closely with Technical Architects, Software Developers and Analysts so that systems follow agreed data architecture principles. The role balances strategic oversight with hands‑on guidance, helping teams build scalable, secure and maintainable data solutions.

You will also support data governance, including metadata management and data dictionaries, in line with organisational data strategy and standards.

Key Responsibilities

Design and maintain enterprise and solution-level data architectures.

Define and govern data models, schemas and metadata structures.

Provide oversight and guidance to teams producing data artefacts.

Support the creation and management of data dictionaries.

Ensure data solutions align with organisational standards and architecture principles.

Work with Technical Architects so systems are designed in line with the data architecture.

Advise on data storage, access and integration patterns.

Support data quality, consistency and integrity across services.

Communicate data architecture decisions clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of data architecture practices and standards.

Essential Skills and Experience

Strong experience in data architecture and data design.

Ability to design and maintain data models and metadata systems.

Experience supporting data standards and data dictionaries.

Strong understanding of relational and NoSQL databases, such as Postgres, MySQL, MongoDB and Oracle.

Experience with cloud-based data platforms (AWS and/or Azure).

Understanding of data integration and data lifecycle management.

Ability to collaborate closely with architects, engineers and delivery teams.

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Clear communication and documentation skills.

Experience working in agile delivery environments.

Desirable Skills and Experience

Exposure to analytical and reporting platforms, such as Power BI or Tableau.

Experience with data governance or data quality frameworks.

Familiarity with event-driven or integration‑led architectures.

Experience working effectively in a hybrid environment.

Why Join Us?

Work on meaningful digital services that make a real difference to the public.

Join a growing, award‑winning consultancy with a strong delivery culture.

Grow your career alongside experienced architects and engineers.

Scrumconnect is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from everyone, whatever their background, and we are happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.