At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and evolve data architecture to enhance services and outcomes.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking organisation on a transformative journey.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on innovation and strategic thinking.
- Why this job: Shape the future of data platforms and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Proven experience as a Data Architect with strong SQL and data modelling skills.
This is a new and pivotal role for a commercially minded Data Architect who can engage across the business, influence senior stakeholders and design data models that support better services and outcomes.
The organisation currently operates an on-premises SQL environment with Tableau reporting. As part of its transformation journey, it plans to move towards Microsoft Fabric and Databricks.
What you’ll be doing
- Defining and evolving the data architecture and roadmap.
- Designing analytical, semantic and reporting data models.
- Creating data maps and data-flow documentation.
- Shaping the future migration from legacy systems to a modern data platform.
- Ensuring data is secure, accessible, reliable and effectively governed.
- Translating business priorities into practical architectural decisions.
- Working closely with Data, Analytics, Infrastructure, Architecture and Security teams.
- Proven experience as a Data Architect with strong data modelling expertise.
- Strong SQL Server and data architecture experience.
- Experience working within Tableau reporting environments.
- Experience with Microsoft Fabric, Databricks or similar modern cloud data platforms would be advantageous.
- A track record of supporting data transformation or migration programmes.
- Strong commercial awareness and the ability to balance value, cost and long-term sustainability.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including at executive level.
This is an architecture and modelling role rather than a pure Data Engineering position. You'll combine strategic thinking with practical delivery, helping shape a data platform that makes a meaningful difference.
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Data Architect in City of Westminster employer: Datatech Analytics
Datatech Analytics is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and collaboration within the secure government and defence sectors. Employees benefit from meaningful projects that have a direct impact on national security, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development in cutting-edge technologies. With a hybrid working model and a focus on employee well-being, this role provides a unique chance to contribute to critical transformation programmes while enjoying a supportive and engaging workplace.
