Senior Data Architect Location: London (Hybrid) Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 Bonus Take on an exciting role as a Senior Data Architect, leading the design and implementation of robust data solutions that align with modern enterprise strategies. This position provides an exciting opportunity to shape data frameworks, collaborate across teams, and drive impactful outcomes for a variety of sectors. Key Responsibilities As a Senior Data Architect, you will: Develop Data Architecture: Design, optimize, and maintain conceptual, logical, and physical data models to meet enterprise data strategy needs. Implement Governance: Establish and enforce data governance, metadata management, and quality control measures. Leverage Database and Cloud Solutions: Choose and manage appropriate database technologies (SQL, NoSQL, Data Lakes) and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Ensure Data Integration: Oversee ETL processes to integrate data from diverse sources into unified systems. Collaborate Effectively: Work closely with stakeholders, data engineers, and analysts to deliver scalable and secure data frameworks. Prioritize Security: Implement encryption, anonymization, and compliance standards to protect sensitive data and adhere to regulations like GDPR. Essential Skills and Experience Proven Expertise: At least 5 years in data architecture, database design, or related fields. Technical Knowledge: Strong background in database systems (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL), data warehousing, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Programming and Tools: Proficiency in SQL, Python, or Java, and familiarity with ETL tools like Talend and Apache NiFi. Big Data Acumen: Experience with technologies like Hadoop, Spark, and Kafka. Exceptional communication skills to convey technical concepts to varied audiences and strong problem-solving abilities. Preferred Qualifications Certifications in data management (e.g., AWS Certified Data Analytics, Google Cloud Data Engineer). Familiarity with Agile methodologies and advanced BI tools like Tableau or Power BI. This Senior Data Architect role offers a collaborative environment to develop and implement data solutions at the forefront of innovation. If you're driven to lead, innovate, and contribute to transformative projects, this is an ideal opportunity. Apply today to shape the future of data-driven strategies