Cloud Data Architect (Manager) – BIP xTech

We are seeking a Cloud Data Architect (Manager) to lead the design and delivery of modern data platforms across hybrid and cloud environments. The role involves shaping architecture decisions, guiding delivery teams, and partnering with clients to ensure data platforms are secure, scalable, and fit for future AI and analytics use cases.

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience designing and architecting cloud-based data platforms for analytics and AI use cases
• Proven experience leading end-to-end delivery of data platform programmes, including architecture governance and stakeholder management
• Strong expertise in modern data architecture concepts: data lakes, data warehouses, lakehouse, data mesh, data governance, security, and quality
• Hands-on experience with Azure and/or AWS native services for data storage, processing, orchestration, analytics, and AI enablement
• Demonstrated ability to architect scalable batch and streaming pipelines using ETL/ELT patterns
• Proficiency in one or more programming or query languages (e.g. SQL, Python, Java, R)
• Experience managing architecture quality processes, such as design authorities or architecture review boards
• Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence senior stakeholders

Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Opportunity to shape and grow a leading data architecture capability within xTech
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial environment