Senior Data Architect

About the Position

Join Automat-it as a Senior Data & Analytics Architect to design and deliver production-grade data platforms on AWS. We are an all-in AWS Premier Partner and Managed Services Provider specializing in the startup ecosystem. With over 800 customers and 500+ AWS certifications, Automat-it brings hands-on expertise in AI, DevOps, and FinOps to empower fast-paced startups to grow, deliver & win. Our customers save significant time-to-market and optimize their cloud performance and costs.

We work across EMEA and the US, fueling innovation and solving complex challenges daily. Join us to grow your skills, shape bold ideas, and help build the future of tech.

📍 Work location: hybrid from London

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Responsibilities

• Design and deliver end-to-end data platforms on AWS, covering ingestion, storage, processing, and serving layers, including Well-Architected reviews and contribution to SOWs and HLDs
• Work directly with startup customers to understand requirements, challenge assumptions, and shape practical solutions
• Lead technical discussions, workshops, architecture reviews, and POCs
• Translate ideas and early concepts into clear architectures, including HLDs, SOWs, and implementation direction
• Make and explain trade-offs across cost, performance, scalability, and complexity
• Stay close to delivery, supporting teams to ensure solutions are implemented correctly
• Collaborate with Data Engineers, DevOps, Solution Architects, and Account Managers to move projects from concept to production
• Contribute to internal standards, reusable patterns, and reference architectures
• Operate in a fast-paced, project-based environment with multiple customer engagements
• Stay up to date with modern Data Engineering and Analytics practices, and contribute to internal enablement, patterns, and knowledge sharing
• Work in a customer-facing environment that includes occasional travel, both locally for meetings and events, and internationally around once per quarter

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on experience with AWS, including solution design, migration, and production systems
• 2+ years in customer-facing technical roles, for example Cloud Architect, SRE, or Customer Engineer, working directly with stakeholders
• Solid understanding of modern data architectures, including batch, streaming, and lakehouse patterns
• Practical experience with core AWS data services, such as S3, Glue, Redshift, Kinesis or MSK, EMR, Athena, Lambda, and IAM
• Familiarity with broader AWS infrastructure, including networking, IAM, and compute patterns
• Experience working with real-time or near real-time data processing
• Strong grasp of data modeling, pipelines, and storage optimization
• Ability to reason about trade-offs, not just select tools
• Ability to lead end-to-end technical engagements, from discovery through delivery
• Comfort operating in fast-moving environments with ambiguous requirements
• Clear communication skills, able to explain technical decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong communication skills in English. Spanish is a plus
• Basic understanding of security and access control in AWS environments
• Experience writing HLDs, SOWs, and supporting pre-sales engagements
• Experience with ETL processes, data lakes, and pipelines

Nice to Have

• Experience with Iceberg, dbt, or similar modern data tooling
• Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, and CI/CD pipelines
• AWS certifications (Solutions Architect, Data Analytics, or similar)

We Offer

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment
• Be part of a global team with diverse backgrounds
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Competitive compensation package

About the Company

At Automat-it, we value the unique contributions of each team member. We prioritize not only the unique needs of our customers but also the growth and satisfaction of our employees. While our technological expertise and innovation are unparalleled, we understand that it’s our people who truly elevate us.

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, experiment, and innovate, all while being supported by the necessary resources and encouragement. If you’re fueled by passion and driven to pursue excellence, Automat-it is the ideal destination for you to thrive and make a meaningful impact in the dynamic world of cloud technology. Come as you are, and discover the endless possibilities of being part of our dynamic team!

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