Lead Data Architect

Overview

Our client, a well-established global organisation investing in modern cloud data architecture, is looking for a Lead Data Architect to own a new enterprise-wide data foundation layer — replacing fragmented pipelines with a single, real-time platform for analytics, regulatory reporting and GenAI. You'll define standards from the ground up, working closely with the business on data contracts, access models and governance.

• Define and evolve the end-to-end architecture of the data foundation layer
• Build reusable data products with clear ownership, standardised models and full historical tracking (SCD2)
• Design and enforce data contracts, access control and federated governance across domains
• Establish end-to-end data quality frameworks, covering validation, monitoring, lineage and auditability
• Lead the transition from siloed pipelines to a unified, self-service platform ready for advanced analytics and AI/GenAI

• 6+ years' experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale data platforms and analytics/AI solutions
• Deep expertise in modern cloud data architecture, including Databricks, Delta Lake, Azure, streaming, IaC and CI/CD
• Experience applying architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF) within complex, regulated environments