Technical Data Architect

Ocho People; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology organization is seeking a Technical Data Architect to design and deliver scalable data architectures. This role involves defining enterprise-wide data strategies and collaborating across teams to implement robust solutions using cloud technologies. An ideal candidate has expertise in data modelling, databases, and governance, along with strong analytical and communication skills. Benefits include a hybrid model, annual leave options, and private healthcare.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Hybrid working

Employee share scheme

Private healthcare

Access to wellbeing and fitness apps

Company social events

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in data modelling, database architecture, and ETL/ELT pipelines.
• Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Practical experience with AWS and GCP services.
• Familiarity with streaming platforms and real-time processing.
• Understanding of data governance tools and frameworks.
• Knowledge of encryption standards and key management.
• Experience optimising performance in multi-cloud environments.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define enterprise-wide data architecture strategies across cloud environments.
• Design and build data platforms using AWS and GCP.
• Implement data processing pipelines using modern frameworks.
• Ensure data governance and compliance across data assets.
• Collaborate with teams to create scalable data solutions.
• Provide architectural guidance and mentorship to engineering teams.

Skills

Data modelling

Database architecture

ETL/ELT pipelines

SQL databases

NoSQL databases

AWS

GCP

Streaming platforms

Data governance tools

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

DynamoDB

Bigtable

Kafka

Spark

Flink

Collibra

Apache Atlas

Job description

We are looking for a Technical Data Architect to design and deliver scalable, secure, and future-proof data architectures. You'll play a key role in enabling advanced analytics, business intelligence, and enterprise data solutions for global clients across banking, retail, and commerce sectors.

What You'll Do

• Define enterprise-wide data architecture strategies, models, and integration patterns across cloud and hybrid environments.
• Design, build, and optimise data platforms leveraging AWS, GCP, and hybrid cloud technologies.
• Implement real-time and batch processing pipelines using modern data engineering frameworks.
• Ensure robust data governance, quality, and security compliance (GDPR, HIPAA) across all data assets.
• Collaborate with engineering, analytics, and business teams to translate requirements into scalable, high-quality data solutions.
• Provide architectural guidance, technical leadership, and mentorship to data engineering teams.

What You'll Need

• Strong expertise in data modelling, database architecture, and ETL/ELT pipelines.
• Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, DynamoDB, Bigtable).
• Practical experience with AWS (S3, Redshift, Kinesis) and GCP (BigQuery, Pub/Sub).
• Familiarity with streaming platforms and real-time processing (Kafka, Spark, Flink).
• Understanding of data governance tools and frameworks (Collibra, Apache Atlas, GDPR, HIPAA).
• Knowledge of encryption standards and key management (AES-256, TLS, KMS, Vault).
• Experience optimising performance, cost, and scalability in multi-cloud and hybrid environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

The Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with options to buy, sell, or bank days
• Hybrid working with 2 days a week in the office
• Employee share scheme
• Private healthcare, dental, optical, life insurance, and critical illness cover
• Access to wellbeing and fitness apps
• Company social events and team activities

Why This Role Matters

Join a dynamic, fast-growing technology organisation where you'll shape data strategy, influence enterprise-scale decisions, and drive high-impact solutions across multiple industries.