At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and maintain data architecture for innovative BI solutions.
- Company: Join Arriva, a leading European transport partner with a rich history.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working options, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a forward-thinking team with a focus on sustainability.
- Why this job: Shape the future of data solutions in a dynamic and impactful role.
- Qualifications: Experience in data architecture and modern engineering patterns required.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Arriva is a leading European passenger transport partner, operating in 11 countries across the UK and Europe.
The company employs around 35,000 people, delivering more than 1.5 billion passenger journeys connecting people and communities safely, reliably and sustainably.
We have strong roots dating back to 1938, an ambitious growth and sustainability agenda, and a continuously developing relationship with I Squared Capital – a global infrastructure investment fund manager - who acquired Arriva in 2024.
We are looking for Data Architect to join our BI Product Team on a full-time, permanent basis.
This role will be based from either our London or Sunderland office.
The Data Architect is responsible for defining and maintaining the overall data architecture strategy that enables Arriva’s BI and self-serve analytics capabilities.
This role establishes the technical vision, standards and frameworks that enable scalable, efficient, and secure data solutions across the organisation.
Working close with the Lead BI Engineers, BI engineers, Lead BI Developer, BI Developers the Data Architect ensure that data models, pipelines and storage solutions are designed to support current and future business needs and growth.
They will act as a technical authority and strategic advisor, balancing architectural excellence alongside timely delivery, and play a critical role in evaluating new technologies.
Ensuring that Arriva’s data infrastructure remains modern, performant and competitive with industry best practice.
Direct Responsibilities Architecture Design Azure or GCP beneficial) Strong understanding of modern data engineering patterns including ETL/ELT, data lake architectures, and lakehouse approaches Understanding of emerging technologies such as open table formats (Apache Iceberg, Delta Lake), data observability tools, and real‑time/streaming architectures Experience with data governance frameworks, data quality tools, metadata management, and ensuring compliance with security and regulatory requirements Personal Attributes Strong business acumen with ability to translate business requirements into technical architecture and understand how data enables business outcomes Continuous learning mindset with curiosity about new technologies Pragmatic approach that balances architectural excellence with practical delivery constraints and timely delivery The closing date for applications is Friday 13th February 2026.
Arriva Group reserves the right to close this vacancy early. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Data Architect employer: Arriva Rail London
Arriva is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and sustainability are at the forefront of our mission. With a commitment to employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for professional development and a collaborative culture that values diverse perspectives. Working from our London or Sunderland office, you'll be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of passenger transport across Europe.
