Data Architect

Overview

We are looking for Data Architect for one of our renowned IT client based in Guildford, UK. If interested, please share your updated CV to discuss further on the role.

Role Details

Role: Data Architect

Location: Guildford Business Park Guildford Surrey GU2 8XG

Rate/Salary: contract or Perm

Is it Onsite/Remote/Hybrid: Onsite

No. of Positions: 1

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Data Architect to lead the design, governance, and evolution of enterprise data architecture and analytics capabilities. This role is critical to enabling data-driven decision-making by defining scalable, secure, and well-governed data solutions aligned with business and technology strategies.

As part of the Data Architecture function, the successful candidate will play a key role in shaping data platforms, standards, and best practices while collaborating closely with business, analytics, and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage enterprise data architecture to maximize the value of data assets.
• Develop and maintain a Data Architecture Strategy, Blueprint, and Roadmap.
• Implement architecture- and capability-led approaches to support advanced analytics and large-scale data initiatives.
• Define information architecture requirements for large and complex programs.
• Create reusable enterprise data architecture models, standards, and patterns.
• Establish, promote, and govern data governance best practices, including quality, security, and compliance.
• Act as a subject matter expert for end-to-end data architecture across platforms and domains.
• Collaborate with agile delivery teams to design and implement modern, scalable data products using emerging technologies.
• Partner with business and IT stakeholders to advocate for data architecture principles and alignment.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to build data architecture capability across teams.
• Support both change initiatives and business-as-usual (BAU) requirements through strong stakeholder communication.
• Contribute to innovation, continuous improvement, and internal knowledge-sharing communities.

Required Skills & Experience

Data Architecture & Modelling

• Strong experience designing conceptual, logical, and physical data models.
• Ability to harmonize data across multiple domains and lines of business.
• Experience integrating data from multiple sources while ensuring consistency and accuracy.

Data Governance & Compliance

• Proven experience defining and implementing data governance frameworks, policies, and standards.
• Strong understanding of data security, privacy, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Data Platforms & Technology

• Technical leadership experience with enterprise data platforms and ecosystems.
• Exposure to platforms such as SAS, Oracle, and cloud-based data technologies.
• Strong understanding of modern data engineering and analytics architectures.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Experience working with cross-functional teams to align data architecture with business objectives.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Adaptable, proactive, and eager to learn in a rapidly evolving data landscape.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).