Solution Architect

Harnham; London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading sports organization as a Solution Architect - Data, responsible for designing scalable data solutions. With a hybrid working model in London, you'll play a key role in improving data architecture using industry-leading platforms like Azure and Databricks, while mentoring a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years' experience in enterprise-scale data architecture.
• Strong hands-on experience with data pipelines and real-time integrations.
• Confident communicator bridging technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee implementation of scalable data solutions.
• Lead data integration across BI, CRM, and campaign platforms.
• Manage and mentor a growing team of Data and CRM professionals.

Skills

Data Architecture

Leadership

Data Integration

Data Governance

Performance Optimisation

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Databricks

Tableau

Cortex (CDP)

MS Dynamics (CRM)

GraphQL

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Solution Architect - Data
Salary: £90,000 + 15% bonus
Location: Hybrid 3 days a week in office (London)

We're hiring on behalf of a major global sports organisation that is scaling its commercial and marketing operations to deliver smarter, data-driven engagement with millions of supporters around the world. As part of this growth, we're looking for an experienced Solution Architect - Data to lead the design and implementation of scalable, modern data solutions across their ecosystem.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the data architecture of a household-name brand, working with platforms including Microsoft Azure, Databricks, Tableau, Cortex (CDP), MS Dynamics (CRM), and GraphQL.

Key responsibilities:

• Design and oversee implementation of efficient, scalable data solutions across Azure and Databricks
• Lead data integration across BI, CRM, CDP, and campaign platforms
• Define architectural principles and best practices to guide internal teams and partners
• Manage and mentor a growing team of Data and CRM professionals (currently 6, expanding)
• Translate complex business needs into clear, value-driven technical solutions
• Oversee data governance, performance optimisation, and cost management

About you:

• 7-10+ years' experience in enterprise-scale data architecture, ideally within Azure/Databricks environments
• Proven leadership of cross-functional teams and external partners
• Strong hands-on experience building data pipelines and real-time integrations using tools like Tableau, Cortex, and MS Dynamics
• Deep knowledge of GraphQL, data modelling, schema design, and performance optimisation
• Confident communicator who can bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders

This is a pivotal role with real strategic impact, offering the chance to lead the transformation of how data is used to drive supporter engagement and commercial growth.

To find out more or apply, please get in touch.

Solution Architect - Data
Salary: £90,000 + 15% bonus
Location: Hybrid 3 days a week in office (London)

We're hiring on behalf of a major global sports organisation that is scaling its commercial and marketing operations to deliver smarter, data-driven engagement with millions of supporters around the world. As part of this growth, we're looking for an experienced Solution Architect - Data to lead the design and implementation of scalable, modern data solutions across their ecosystem.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the data architecture of a household-name brand, working with platforms including Microsoft Azure, Databricks, Tableau, Cortex (CDP), MS Dynamics (CRM), and GraphQL.

Key responsibilities:

• Design and oversee implementation of efficient, scalable data solutions across Azure and Databricks
• Lead data integration across BI, CRM, CDP, and campaign platforms
• Define architectural principles and best practices to guide internal teams and partners
• Manage and mentor a growing team of Data and CRM professionals (currently 6, expanding)
• Translate complex business needs into clear, value-driven technical solutions
• Oversee data governance, performance optimisation, and cost management

About you:

• 7-10+ years' experience in enterprise-scale data architecture, ideally within Azure/Databricks environments
• Proven leadership of cross-functional teams and external partners
• Strong hands-on experience building data pipelines and real-time integrations using tools like Tableau, Cortex, and MS Dynamics
• Deep knowledge of GraphQL, data modelling, schema design, and performance optimisation
• Confident communicator who can bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders

This is a pivotal role with real strategic impact, offering the chance to lead the transformation of how data is used to drive supporter engagement and commercial growth.

To find out more or apply, please get in touch.

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Desired Skills and Experience

Microsoft Azure, Databricks, Tableau, Cortex (CDP), MS Dynamics (CRM), and GraphQL.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Data Infrastructure and Analytics

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