Introduction
Our client is looking for a Data Architect Lead to assure subcontractors work, design data models in both cloud and on-prem, and eventually grow their data capability further.
You will need around 10 years of leadership experience and experience managing a team of around 10-12 people minimum.
This is a hybrid role with 2-3 days per week onsite. If based in Gloucestershire, you will need to be happy to travel to Southampton or Surrey once per week.
Key responsibilities
* Help Defence customers develop their strategy for data as a strategic asset and define the appropriate level of governance needed and the appropriate processes.
* Communicate the data strategy to non-technical stakeholders and technical experts.
* Define the architecture for data software and analytics solutions, either as standalone engagements or within a larger multi-disciplinary programme environment.
* Support the Sales and Campaign functions to develop and foster client relationships and elaborate high-level technical requirements.
* Represent the client and its technical solutions and capabilities toward client communities.
* Provide technical guidance and coaching to junior members of the team.
* Comply with the client’s policies and procedures.
* Assure subcontractors' work to ensure data compliance.
* Help the client to develop and grow their data capabilities.
Skills & experience
* Strong leadership experience, with experience managing a team of around 10-12 people minimum.
* Strong background in data technologies with the ability to quickly learn new systems and prototype solutions using hands-on experience.
* Degree in a STEM subject or equivalent education and experience.
* Experience in Data Architecture and Strategy, particularly in UK Defence or Public Sector.
* Knowledge of structured and unstructured data, and methods to leverage them.
* Worked with Data and Software Engineers to solve complex data problems.
* Experience in Agile frameworks.
* Understanding of cloud vs. traditional system approaches.
* Involved in Business Development and contributing to technical bids.
* Built and specified Data Pipelines in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP).
* Familiar with commercial and contractual frameworks.
* Scrum Master and/or Product Owner experience.
Additional benefits
* Flexi Leave and Flexi Time Scheme.
* Annual Holiday.
* Flexible Benefits.
* Sickness Benefit.
* Business Performance Related Bonus.
* Share Save Plan.
* Pension scheme.
Our client is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity, Diversity and Inclusion. Their working environment is friendly, innovative, and inclusive. They can accommodate flexible working arrangements and support a diverse workforce and those with additional needs.
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