Data Architecture Lead

We are embarking on a major technology modernisation programme and are seeking an experienced

Data Architecture Lead to shape and deliver our data strategy. This is a pivotal role, providing leadership

across all data architecture activities – from design and interrogation to cleansing, migration, and

reporting.

The Data Architect is accountable for ensuring that our technology solutions are designed and

implemented according to Enterprise Architecture Requirements, Business Requirements and IT

Development Standards to deliver towards strategic goals.

You will be responsible for blueprinting the underlying data strategy to support the implementation and

migration of critical business data assets. You will enjoy working with the latest cloud environments,

cutting edge technology and help shape new data pathways in a company that helps people live healthier

lives.

This is a specialist role requiring detailed experience, providing technical leadership across multiple

disparate solutions

Key Responsibilities:

1. Data Architecture Strategy & Design

· Define and maintain the data architecture roadmap aligned with the Programme's modernisation goals.

· Establish standards for data modelling, integration, and interoperability across platforms.

· Ensure architecture supports scalability, security, and regulatory compliance.

1. Data Interrogation & Quality Management

· Lead efforts to analyse existing data assets, identifying gaps, redundancies, and quality issues.

· Implement robust data quality frameworks, including validation, cleansing, and enrichment processes.

· Drive adoption of data governance principles through the delivery of the Programme

1. Data Migration & Transformation

· Design and oversee migration strategies from legacy systems to modern platforms (e.g., cloud, hybrid).

· Ensure data integrity and minimal disruption during migration phases.

· Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to optimise data flows

1. Reporting & Analytics Enablement

· Define data structures and pipelines to support advanced reporting and BI tools.

· Ensure timely and accurate delivery of data for operational and strategic decision-making.

· Partner with business stakeholders to align reporting capabilities with organisational needs.

1. Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

· Act as the primary authority on data architecture within the programme. ·

Influence senior stakeholders on data-driven strategies and best practices.

· Mentor and guide data engineers, analysts, and architects to build internal capability

Career Level (Technical Skills and Qualifications)

Degree level or equivalent, possibly professional qualifications and 5 years + work

experience

Significant work experience at a senior level

Essential

The following outlines the skills and experience required:

·
Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.

· Professional certifications (e.g., TOGAF, DAMA, CDMP) desirable.

· Demonstrable experience (ideally 5 years+) working in a data or Architecture domain across a

range of different technologies (including business intelligence, data warehousing, data

management and data delivery, database and ETL technologies)

· Expertise in data concepts and tools, such as Big Data, ML Ops and Kafka.

· Confident communicator - able to present complex technical issues in a clear manner to technical

and non-technical audiences

·
Knowledge of cloud infrastructure, such as AWS, Azure and GCP.

· Multi-task and prioritise across a number of projects and initiatives.

· Work independently and collaborate effectively across the organization.

· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly-changing environment

· Self-motivated, goal-oriented individual with the ability to take ownership of the task assigned

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Desirable

· Financial Services experience is desirable but not essential

· Experience of multiple architecture frameworks

· Experience in Agile Delivery models

· Experience of multiple cloud technologie