Senior/Lead Data Architect- London – hybrid 3 days p/week - £100,000-130,000

Futureheads; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech transformation consultancy in London is seeking two Senior/Lead Data Architects. The roles involve leading client engagements, designing data solutions, and mentoring junior team members. Candidates should have experience with Data Bricks, Cloud Technologies, and a solid background in data systems and AI/ML. This position requires being in the office or on client site in London 2-3 days a week.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a credible Data Architect with strong knowledge of data systems.
• Strong commercial experience with Data Bricks and Cloud Technologies.
• Experience leading pitches and engaging stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as a go-to person for clients, involved in the pre-sales process and data solution architecture.
• Lead pitches and presentations, helping clients understand their data needs.
• Design and implement robust data architectures using Data Bricks and Cloud Platforms.

Skills

Data Architect

Data Bricks

Cloud Technologies

AI and ML

Client-facing experience

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Futureheads are exclusively partnered with a tech transformation consultancy who are looking to bring in two Senior/Lead Data Architects to help grow out their data service offering. One role requires previous experience working within the financial services sector specifically, and the other is open. This role will have you being a go-to person for clients, being involved in the pre-sales process, data solution architecture, and being an escalation point for all things data.

Responsibilities

• Act as a go-to person for clients, involved in the pre-sales process and data solution architecture.
• Lead pitches and presentations, helping clients understand their data needs and providing tailored solutions.
• Design and implement robust data architectures using Data Bricks and Cloud Platforms.
• Be an escalation point for all things data.
• Although this role does not have direct reports, provide team leadership by mentoring more junior team members, sharing the latest data trends, and delivering thought leadership.
• Be willing to be in London 2/3 days a week, either in the office or on client site.

Key requirements

• Proven experience as a credible Data Architect with strong knowledge of data systems, AI and ML.
• Strong commercial experience with Data Bricks and Cloud Technologies.
• Experience working in consulting and comfortable in a client-facing role.
• Experience leading pitches and engaging stakeholders.
• Great communication skills.
• A keen interest in the future of Data and ability to upskill others.

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