Senior Data Engineer

iO Associates; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A top consulting firm in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Data Platform Architect. This strategic role involves leading the design of scalable data architectures and ensuring compliance across the organisation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in AWS, Azure, and Databricks. You'll also mentor technical teams and align data strategy with business goals. Travel to client sites is required, and the position falls outside IR35.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data engineering and platform architecture.
• Strong background in distributed data processing and cloud infrastructure.
• Familiarity with modern data tooling and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and optimisation of scalable data architectures across cloud platforms.
• Drive the development of high-performance data pipelines and workflows.
• Champion data quality, governance, and compliance across the ecosystem.

Skills

AWS

Azure

Databricks

Data governance

Scalable data architectures

Mentoring

Job description

Contract Opportunity: Senior Data Platform Architect

Our client is seeking a seasoned data leader to help evolve and scale a modern data ecosystem that supports advanced analytics and business intelligence across the organisation.

This is a strategic and hands-on role, ideal for someone who thrives in complex environments and enjoys shaping technical direction while mentoring others. You'll be instrumental in ensuring data is secure, compliant, and ready for decision-making across multiple teams. This role falls outside IR35 and will require some travel to client sites.

The chosen candidate will have experience in AWS, Azure and a strong knowledge of Databricks (ideally with some fabric exposure too).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and optimisation of scalable data architectures across cloud platforms.
• Drive the development of high-performance data pipelines and workflows.
• Champion data quality, governance, and compliance across the ecosystem.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data strategy with business goals.
• Act as a technical mentor and thought leader within the engineering function.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements where appropriate.

Desired Experience

• Proven experience in data engineering and platform architecture.
• Strong background in distributed data processing and cloud infrastructure.
• Familiarity with modern data tooling and frameworks.
• Deep understanding of data governance, privacy, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and influence senior stakeholders.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on scalability, reliability, and business impact.