Data Architect/Discovery & Options Analysis

Data Architect is required to join a team working on a large scale programme and to support a key Discovery and Options Analysis phase.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading the definition of data architecture vision for a set of performance measurement systems.
• Running discovery workshops to assess current data estate, data flows, technical constraints, and business needs.
• Developing a menu of options, evaluating feasibility, risks, cost, and complexity.
• Defining high-level reference architectures and data platform approaches.
• Producing clear recommendations, roadmaps, and decision-support materials for client leadership.
• Presenting findings in a structured, compelling way to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Required experience and skills:

• Extensive experience in leading data architecture across complex programmes.
• Ability to work in ambiguous early-stage projects and shape the direction of the programme.
• AWS stack experience.
• Ability to assess and recommend data integration options for hybrid environments, including integration between Legacy on-premise systems and cloud-based services.
• Strong client-facing skills, confident facilitating workshops, guiding discussions, and producing well-structured deliverables.
• Comfortable working in early-stage/pre-delivery phases.
• Current SC clearance.