Data Platform Architect

Data Platform Architect

London 3 Days a week £90,000 - £110,000

This is an opportunity for a Data Platform Architect to play a central role in shaping the future of an enterprise data platform. You'll combine hands-on technical expertise with strategic architecture leadership, helping to deliver a scalable, secure, and AI-ready data environment.

The Company

They are a well-established organisation undergoing significant investment in data, analytics, and AI capabilities. Data is a critical strategic asset across the business, and they are continuing to evolve a modern cloud-based platform that supports a wide range of operational and commercial initiatives. This role sits at the centre of that transformation.

The Role

• Define and evolve the architecture of a modern cloud-based data platform
• Provide technical leadership across data platform and engineering teams
• Design scalable, secure, and reliable data solutions
• Support the implementation of architectural patterns and standards
• Champion DataOps practices including CI/CD, testing, monitoring, and automation
• Partner with governance, security, and engineering teams to ensure compliance and best practice
• Guide the implementation of ETL and ELT processes using modern tooling
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend future platform enhancements
• Support strategic planning and AI-enablement initiatives

Your Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in data platform architecture and cloud-based data environments
• Excellent understanding of modern data stack technologies
• Expertise with Google Cloud Platform, BigQuery, dbt, Airflow, or similar technologies
• Experience designing data integration patterns and scalable data solutions
• Knowledge of data governance, security, privacy, and compliance principles
• Strong understanding of DataOps, CI/CD, testing, and automation practices
• Experience supporting Data Engineering teams with technical leadership
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

What They Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to influence enterprise-scale data strategy
• Exposure to AI and advanced analytics initiatives
• Collaborative and highly visible role within the data function
• Strong opportunities for professional growth and progression
• Flexible working arrangements

How to Apply

Apply today with your CV for a confidential discussion about this Data Platform Architect opportunity.