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Our client is a global consultancy known for delivering complex transformation across data, cloud, and digital. They work with high-profile clients across public and private sectors, blending deep technical capability with business insight to solve real-world problems.

The Opportunity:

Were seeking a Data Solution Architect with strong consulting delivery experience to lead end-to-end data architecture engagements. This is a leadership-level role within the consulting division, overseeing cloud-based data solutions for blue-chip clients across sectors.

Important:

To apply, you must have active SC clearance or have held it previously , and you must have experience delivering consulting projects end to end , from strategy and architecture through implementation and handover.

What Youll Be Doing:

• Leading cross-functional teams of architects, engineers, and analysts to design and deliver scalable, modern data solutions
• Architecting robust cloud-native data platforms using modern RDBMS, ETL/ELT, and streaming tech
• Engaging stakeholders and owning the technical vision across full project lifecycles
• Shaping product-led data strategies using Data Mesh, Data Fabric, and event-driven patterns
• Managing delivery in Agile environments (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) with strong architectural governance

Key Experience Required:

• Proven experience as a Data Solution Architect on complex, multi-disciplinary consulting engagements
• Deep knowledge of Kafka , Confluent , and event-driven architecture
• Hands-on experience with Databricks , Unity Catalog , and Lakehouse architectures
• Strong architectural understanding across AWS, Azure, GCP , and Snowflake
• Familiarity with Apache Spark, SQL/NoSQL databases, and programming (Python, R, Java)
• Knowledge of data visualisation, DevOps principles, and ML/AI integration into data architectures
• Strong grasp of data governance, security, and regulatory compliance (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.)
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Bonus Points For:

• Experience with CI/CD, DevOps tooling, and budget/resource management
• Exposure to data mesh implementation and data product ownership
• Understanding of cloud platform infrastructure and how it shapes data decisions

Why Apply?

• Lead high-impact projects with blue-chip clients
• Join a technically elite and forward-thinking team
• Competitive package with flexible working options
• Inclusive and supportive work environment

If you have SC clearance and a track record of delivering data architecture solutions in consulting, we want to hear from you.

This is your chance to make a real impact while working with some of the best in the business.

Seniority level

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  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

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  Full-time

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  IT Services and IT Consulting

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