Data Architect

Job Title: Data Architect (Contract) Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days per week) Rate: £630 per day (Inside IR35) We are supporting a leading aviation business undergoing a major data platform transformation and are looking for an experienced Data Architect to play a key role in delivering this programme.Role Overview This is a hands-on Data Architect role focused on leading the migration of a legacy Oracle estate into AWS and Snowflake. You will be responsible for overseeing a team of engineers while driving the design and implementation of a scalable, modern cloud data platform.Key Responsibilities • Lead the end-to-end architecture and delivery of an Oracle to AWS/Snowflake migration • Oversee and guide a team of data engineers, ensuring best practices and high-quality delivery • Design scalable, secure, and high-performing data models and pipelines • Re-engineer legacy Oracle data structures into modern cloud-native architectures • Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and align technical solutions to business needs • Ensure strong data governance, quality, and performance across the platformKey Requirements • Proven experience as a Data Architect on large-scale cloud migration programmes • Strong experience migrating Oracle systems to AWS and Snowflake • Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams • Strong background in data modelling, architecture design, and cloud data platforms • Experience working with HR data (key requirement) • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills