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Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Data Architect to define, design, and govern enterprise data models, data flows, and data life cycle processes across multiple integrated systems. The role requires strong expertise in AWS-based solutions, NoSQL data modelling, data governance, and integration across heterogeneous systems.

Working closely with engineering teams, data governance functions, and senior stakeholders, the Data Architect will ensure data structures, documentation, and processes align with business objectives and comply with organisational and regulatory governance standards.

Candidate must be SC eligible or cleared.

Key Responsibilities Data Architecture & Modelling

Define and maintain logical and physical data models, including NoSQL data structures, to meet business and technical requirements. Establish and document end-to-end data structures, data flows, and life cycle processes across integrated systems. Define and document data requirements, inputs, outputs, and lineage using approved data lineage and traceability tools.

Integration & Documentation

Lead the creation and maintenance of API documentation and data integration specifications. Design and oversee data integration workflows across diverse platforms and systems. Ensure consistency, integrity, and quality of data across integrated environments.

Governance, Quality & Compliance

Implement and uphold data governance processes, working closely with central data architecture and governance teams to ensure enterprise alignment. Ensure compliance with data quality standards, privacy requirements, security controls, and regulatory frameworks. Conduct impact analysis and support life cycle management of data assets, identifying opportunities for reuse and optimisation.

Architecture Collaboration & Delivery

Contribute to broader architecture decisions, ensuring designs align with organisational standards and technical strategy. Support and oversee data-related testing activities by clarifying data models, flows, and requirements for delivery and testing teams. Provide guidance and oversight to data analysts and support fellow architects as required.

Stakeholder Engagement

Engage with cross-functional stakeholders including developers, testers, product owners, technical architects, senior leadership, and governance forums. Clearly communicate data architecture designs, decisions, and impacts to secure approvals and alignment.

Skills & Experience Required Essential

Strong experience in data architecture, including data modelling for relational and NoSQL databases across structured and unstructured data environments. Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and NoSQL technologies such as DynamoDB. Strong understanding of system integration patterns, including API-based workflows and data exchange models. Proven experience designing and managing data integration workflows across heterogeneous platforms. Experience with data lineage, metadata, and traceability tools (eg, Solidatus) or the ability to rapidly adopt such tools. Solid understanding of data governance principles, data quality management, life cycle management, and regulatory compliance. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business requirements into effective data designs. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable

Experience supporting data-focused testing activities within Agile delivery environments. Ability to work across multiple delivery teams and adapt to evolving project requirements. Exposure to secure or regulated environments.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related discipline. Relevant certifications in Data Architecture, AWS, Cloud Platforms, or Data Governance are advantageous. Proven experience in a Data Architect or equivalent role, preferably within complex, multi-team or enterprise environments.

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