Data Architect

About the Position

Data Architect - London (Hybrid) - Microsoft Fabric Transformation - Up to £75,000

We're partnering with a well-established organisation that is investing heavily in a large-scale data transformation programme, including the migration of its existing SQL and Azure data estate to Microsoft Fabric.

This role would suit either an existing Data Architect or a senior Data professional who has gained architecture exposure and is looking to take the next step into a dedicated architecture position. Equally, it could appeal to an experienced architect seeking an opportunity to focus on quality design, governance and stakeholder engagement within a collaborative environment.

If you enjoy combining technical expertise with stakeholder engagement and leadership, this role offers the perfect balance of strategic architecture, business collaboration and hands-on design. This is a fantastic opportunity to become a key voice for Data Architecture within the organisation, helping define standards, governance and best practice as the business continues its data transformation journey.

Responsibilities

• Designing conceptual, logical and enterprise data models.
• Defining and promoting data architecture standards and best practices.
• Creating and maintaining data architecture roadmaps.
• Mapping data flows, lineage and system interactions across the business.
• Supporting the migration of the organisation's SQL and Azure data estate to Microsoft Fabric, helping shape the architecture, modelling and governance underpinning the platform.
• Collaborating with Data, BI, Governance and Technology teams.
• Producing architecture documentation, models and design artefacts.
• Championing architecture frameworks and educating stakeholders on best practice.
• Influencing technical decisions and helping shape the future direction of the organisation's data strategy.

Requirements

• Experience working as a Data Architect or in a senior Data Engineering role with significant exposure to architecture and solution design.
• Strong understanding of conceptual, logical and physical data modelling.
• Experience with data mapping, data lineage and enterprise data governance.
• Knowledge of methodologies such as 3NF, Kimball and other data modelling approaches.
• Exposure to SQL, Azure and modern cloud data environments.
• Exposure to Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Services or modern cloud data platforms would be advantageous.
• Experience using modelling tools such as Sparx EA, Erwin or Collibra.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to balance business requirements with robust architectural design principles.
• Passion for shaping long-term data strategy and best practice.

We Offer

• 30 days annual leave.
• Excellent employer pension contribution.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies.
• Employee wellbeing support programme.
• Comprehensive flexible benefits package and lifestyle perks.

About the Company

This is a rare opportunity to take on a highly visible architecture role where you'll help shape the future of an organisation's data strategy while working with senior stakeholders across the business.

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