Data Architect

Data Architect • Location: London • Job type: Contract, Hybrid (2 days a week in office) • Daily Rate Inside IR35 We are seeking a highly driven and experienced Data Architect to join a collaborative and forward-thinking Data team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be a key driver in business and technology evolution, where your contributions to high-level design, value creation, efficiency gains, and innovative solutions will be highly valued. As a Data Architect, you will be empowered to design and implement data strategies and roadmaps and build out next-generation data platforms. Day-to-day of the role: • Develop and articulate the Data Strategy by defining the overall vision, principles, and roadmap for how data will be managed, structured, governed, and utilised to achieve business objectives. • Define Data Architecture Principles and Standards by establishing clear guidelines, standards, and best practices for data modelling, data integration, data security, data quality, and metadata management. • Provide architectural guidance and leadership, staying abreast of emerging technologies. • Design Data Models, creating and maintaining conceptual, logical, and physical data models that are scalable, performant, and meet business requirements. • Design real-time Data Integration and ETL/ELT Processes, Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence Architectures, and Data Products. • Establish and enforce Data Standards, ensuring data architecture supports and enables strategic goals and initiatives. • Communicate Data Architecture concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. • Collaborate with stakeholders, working closely with business users, analysts, data scientists, and IT teams to understand their needs and translate them into architectural solutions. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Previous experience as a Data Architect or similar role, with strong architectural experience. • Deep understanding of business processes and the ability to translate business needs into designs and reusable deliverables. • Hands-on experience with GCP services relevant to data management, processing, and analytics. • Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts, service models, and deployment models. • Experience with automation tools and scripting languages. • Experience in building data visualisation using tools such as Qlik, Looker, Power BI. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Experience with data governance and data quality management. • Good understanding of data privacy and security regulations (e.g., GDPR). • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical audiences. Benefits: • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment. • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects. To apply for this Data Architect position, please submit your CV and a member of Reed Professional Services Talent Team will be in touch.