Data Architect jobs in United Kingdom

We are looking for a Solution Architect to join our IoT Platform group at Sky. Reporting to the Head of Software Architecture, you will take ownership of the architecture for our consumer IoT devices and the AWS-hosted platform that supports them.

• Architecture Design – Create and maintain high‑level, end‑to‑end architecture designs and integrations for products spanning mobile apps, cloud platforms, and consumer devices.
• Solution Design – Deliver robust, scalable, cost‑effective solutions for IoT devices and platforms, collaborating with infrastructure teams, developers, AWS, and device manufacturers.
• Firmware Integration – Ensure firmware designs and integrations meet business and non‑functional requirements, working closely with device manufacturers.
• Policy Alignment – Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and policies, including security and data governance, and integrate seamlessly with Sky services.
• Communication & Estimation – Present solution overviews that enable delivery teams to estimate effort and provide estimates for architectural work.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Establish working groups where needed to support effective cross‑team input and review.
• Roadmap Contribution – Play a key role in shaping the future direction of our products, technology, and business objectives.
• Feedback & Recommendations – Share insights and recommendations to continuously improve architectural practices and guidelines.

• Proven Experience – Expertise in creating and maintaining end‑to‑end solution designs for cloud‑based platforms, consumer devices, and mobile applications. Experience with connected home solutions on AWS (including AWS IoT) is ideal.
• Technical Proficiency – Broad hands‑on experience across cloud infrastructure, IoT platforms, firmware integration, and modern development practices.
• Cloud Design Expertise – Strong knowledge of scalable, performant cloud architecture principles.
• AWS Skills – Experienced with AWS infrastructure and cloud networking.
• Engineering Best Practice – Strong knowledge of DevOps and modern engineering practices.
• API & Microservices – Experience building secure, scalable API‑based microservices.
• Performance Optimisation – Ability to design solutions with performance in mind, with a focus on monitoring and diagnostics.
• Collaboration & Influence – Strong ability to work across teams, balancing ambition with pragmatism, and cutting through complexity with clear solutions.
• Strategic Impact – Capability to provide solution overviews that support delivery estimation and influence product strategy.
• Team Growth – A passion for mentoring junior architects and helping grow the team’s capability.
• Communication Skills – Excellent ability to convey complex designs and work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

We are Sky Protect, combining 5‑star home insurance with smart home technology to keep customers connected, protected, and insured. The IoT Platform team works closely with product, delivery, and business teams to create seamless customer experiences.

• Sky Q, the all‑in‑one TV experience
• Exclusive access to Sky Glass
• A generous pension package
• Private healthcare
• Discounted mobile and broadband

Sky is a confident employer that welcomes and encourages applications from all candidates. We commit to a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments where appropriate. We embrace hybrid working, combining office time with the convenience of working from home. Your office will be at Osterley, near Syon Lane train station, and we provide free shuttle services to nearby stations.

We value diversity, inclusion and encourage applications from all backgrounds. If your application is successful, you'll be required to complete a criminal record check.