Senior Data & AI Architect

Senior Data & AI Architect

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and build cutting-edge AI and data platforms for major organisations.
  • Company: Join a leading global consultancy with a focus on innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, excellent benefits, and hybrid working.
  • Other info: Great career development opportunities in a collaborative culture.
  • Why this job: Be at the forefront of AI transformation and make a real impact.
  • Qualifications: Experience in cloud architecture and strong consulting skills required.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

Location: UK Wide (Hybrid Working)

Salary: £100k-£110k + £12k Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Type: Permanent

Deerfoot Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading global consultancy in the search for a Senior Consultant - Data & AI Architecture to join their growing Data & AI practice. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced consultant and cloud architect to play a key role in delivering cutting-edge AI and data transformation programmes for major organisations. Working at the forefront of AI innovation, you will help clients design, build and scale intelligent data platforms, modernise legacy environments, and embed AI capabilities across the enterprise.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing scalable, secure and cost-effective data, analytics and AI architectures
  • Leading cloud transformation initiatives across AWS, Azure and GCP environments
  • Developing AI-enabled solutions, Proofs of Concept and MVPs that deliver measurable business value
  • Defining enterprise data and AI strategies, governance frameworks and architecture roadmaps
  • Driving automation through DevOps, CI/CD and Infrastructure-as-Code practices
  • Engaging with senior stakeholders to shape strategy and deliver transformational outcomes
  • Supporting business development activities, proposals and thought leadership initiatives

To be successful, you will have:

  • Strong experience in cloud architecture across AWS, Azure and/or GCP
  • Expertise in cloud-native technologies, including containers, Kubernetes and serverless platforms
  • Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code, DevOps and CI/CD automation
  • A strong consulting background with excellent stakeholder management skills
  • A solid understanding of data, analytics and AI technologies
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills

Experience within sectors such as the UK Public Sector, Financial Services, Telecommunications or Retail would be advantageous, as would relevant cloud certifications.

Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC).

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded consultancy that is investing heavily in AI and emerging technologies, offering outstanding career development, exposure to high-profile programmes and a collaborative, innovation-led culture.

To find out more or apply, please contact Deerfoot Recruitment today.

Senior Data & AI Architect employer: Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Limited

Join a respected independent financial planning business in the heart of Mayfair, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the compliance framework while enjoying a supportive and collaborative work environment. With a competitive pro-rata salary and opportunities for direct exposure to senior leadership, this part-time position offers a unique chance to influence governance and regulatory adherence in a dynamic setting. The company fosters a culture of compliance and values the professional growth of its employees, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding work.

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