Data Architect

Shape the Future of Secure Government Data.

At AtkinsRéalis were helping some of the UKs most important organisations solve their most complex data challenges. From modernising legacy technology estates to enabling AI-driven decision making our Data Architects work at the centre of digital transformation across Defence Security and Government.

Were looking for curious collaborative architects who enjoy solving complex problems influencing technical direction and helping organisations make better use of their information.

Whether youre an experienced Data Architect Solution Architect Enterprise Architect Data Engineer or Analytics Consultant looking to specialise in data architecture this is an opportunity to work on some of the UKs most complex and rewarding programmes.

As part of our Secure Government Practice youll work alongside experts across Architecture Cyber Security Digital Engineering Software Cloud and AI helping clients design secure scalable and sustainable data solutions.

The Opportunity

As a Data Architect you will work with clients to understand complex business challenges before designing modern scalable data architectures that enable better decisions stronger governance and future digital capability. Youll work across a wide variety of programmes supporting organisations as they modernise legacy estates migrate to cloud platforms improve data governance and unlock the value of their information through modern data platforms and analytical services.

Our architects work closely with Solution Architects Enterprise Architects Security Architects Business Analysts Data Engineers and client stakeholders throughout the entire solution lifecycle.

• Define enterprise and solution-level data architectures.
• Design conceptual logical and physical data models.
• Develop data strategies governance frameworks and information management approaches.
• Design secure and scalable data integration patterns across complex technology landscapes.
• Produce architecture artefacts aligned to enterprise architecture frameworks and business strategies.
• Support cloud transformation and digital modernisation programmes.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure architecture remains aligned from concept through delivery.
• Influence technical direction through Architecture Review Boards Design Authorities and governance forums.
• Present technical recommendations and business cases to a variety of stakeholders.
• Support business development activities including technical proposals client workshops and solution shaping where appropriate.
• Contribute to the continual development of the Secure Government Data Architecture Practice.

Technical Expertise Area

Experience

• Enterprise Data Architecture;
  Solution Data Architecture;
  Data Strategy;
  Information Architecture;
  Data Modelling;
  Data Governance;
  Metadata Management;
  Master Data Management;
  Data Quality;
  Reference Data.
• Cloud Platforms.
• Microsoft Azure; AWS; GCP.
• Modern Data Platforms.
• Databricks;
  Microsoft Fabric;
  PostgreSQL.
• Data Integration.
• Azure Data Factory; API-led Integration;
  Kafka; ETL/ELT;
  Streaming and Event-Driven Architectures.
• Architecture & Modelling.
• TOGAF; DAMA;
  Archi Mate;
  Sparx Enterprise Architect.
• Data Governance.
• Microsoft Purview;
  Collibra;
  Informatica;
  Security by Design;
  Data Classification;
  Information Assurance.

We dont expect candidates to have experience across all above. Were looking for architects who understand architectural principles and can apply them using appropriate technologies.

Professional Skills

• Enjoy solving complex business problems.
• Can communicate confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Influence technical decisions through evidence and collaboration.
• Challenge constructively and recommend pragmatic solutions.
• Enjoy mentoring and developing others.
• Continuously develop their own knowledge and technical expertise.
• Thrive within multidisciplinary delivery teams.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Industry
  
  Experience:
  • Defence.
  • Nuclear.
  • Critical National Infrastructure.
  • Transport.

What Success Looks Like.

• Senior Data Architect.
• Independently design and deliver data architecture across projects.
• Influence stakeholders through clear technical communication.
• Produce high-quality architecture artefacts and technical recommendations.
• Contribute to business development through technical input client engagement and solution shaping.
• Principal Data Architect.
• Provide…