Principal Data Architect

iO Associates are hiring a Principal Data Architect to lead the design and delivery of an enterprise cloud data platform, with a strong focus on AWS and Snowflake. You'll shape data strategy and standards, modernise legacy platforms, and drive scalable, governed data solutions across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Define scalable enterprise data architecture (ingestion, transformation, analytics, governance)
• Architect and optimise Snowflake (warehousing, sharing, performance)
• Lead cloud modernisation/migration to AWS and automation of data pipelines
• Set best practice around modelling, security, compliance and cost control
• Partner with senior stakeholders and mentor delivery teams

What we're looking for

• Senior/Principal-level data architecture experience in enterprise environments
• Strong track record delivering enterprise data architecture and scalable platforms
• Deep expertise in Snowflake (warehousing, performance optimisation, data sharing)
• Strong AWS and cloud architecture experience
• Confident communicator who can translate business needs into robust technical designs

Please note that you must have the right to work in the UK as sponsorship is not provided.