At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and optimise data architectures for impactful decision-making.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, birthday leave, and community support days.
- Other info: Access to extensive learning resources for career development.
- Why this job: Shape the future of data-driven insights and work with cutting-edge technologies.
- Qualifications: Expertise in Microsoft Fabric and Databricks, plus strong data pipeline skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We're currently seeking a Data Warehouse Architect who will be responsible for establishing, optimising, and governing a unified enterprise data platform that enables data-driven decision-making. Acting as a bridge between complex raw data and meaningful business insight, the role involves designing scalable, high-performance Lakehouse and data warehouse architectures. By centralising data assets, implementing robust security frameworks, and removing data silos, the architect ensures the organisation has a single, reliable source of truth to support advanced analytics and AI initiatives.
Job Requirements
- Expertise in Microsoft Fabric (OneLake) and Databricks (Unity Catalog) architecture
- Experience building scalable lakehouse and warehouse solutions (Databricks SQL, Fabric SQL)
- Strong data pipeline development using Databricks Workflows, DLT, and Fabric Data Factory
- Knowledge of Delta Lake and cross-platform data strategies to reduce duplication
- Data governance expertise, including Unity Catalog, RLS, and data lineage
- Experience managing compute across Fabric and Databricks environments
- CI/CD knowledge using Azure DevOps, GitHub, and Databricks Asset Bundles
- Proficiency in PySpark, Databricks SQL, T-SQL, and Delta Lake internals
- Strong understanding of Medallion Architecture and modern data modelling (Star Schema, Data Vault 2.0)
- Experience optimising Databricks performance and integrating with Power BI (Direct Lake)
Job Responsibilities
- Design global architectural blueprints combining Microsoft Fabric OneLake and Databricks Unity Catalog.
- Build optimised Lakehouse and warehouse structures using Databricks SQL and Fabric SQL endpoints.
- Establish data pipelines using Databricks Workflows, Delta Live Tables (DLT), and Fabric Data Factory.
- Formulate cross-platform data strategies utilising shared Delta Lake formats to eliminate data duplication.
- Implement unified data governance, access controls, and Row-Level Security (RLS) via Unity Catalog.
- Direct multi-engine computation strategies using Fabric capacities alongside Databricks clusters.
- Define CI/CD deployment frameworks across both platforms using Azure DevOps, GitHub, and Databricks Asset Bundles.
Benefits
- Salary aligned with your skills and expertise.
- 27 days holiday allowance plus statutory public holidays and the option to purchase more.
- Birthday leave.
- 2 giving back days per year.
- We encourage our team to support the wider community by providing paid leave to work with local charities or good causes.
- Enhanced family friendly policies, including enhanced maternity pay.
Learning and Development
Leonard Curtis has a wealth of resources available to help you develop your career from the moment you join. Activities range from online learning modules to external training and qualifications.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are an equal opportunities employer which promotes inclusiveness and always employ the best professional for the job. Having a diverse workforce allows the Group to draw upon a range of different ideas and experiences which supports our business’s growth and creates an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success.
Data Warehouse Architect employer: Leonard Curtis
At Leonard Curtis, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through extensive learning resources and development opportunities, ensuring that our Data Warehouse Architect can thrive in their role while contributing to meaningful data-driven decision-making. With generous benefits such as 27 days of holiday, birthday leave, and community engagement initiatives, we create an environment where every team member feels valued and empowered to succeed.
