Senior Architect (Data Sys + Data Eng)
Senior Architect (Data Sys + Data Eng)
Location: 320 St Vincent Street, Glasgow
Flexible Hybrid Working
Salary: Up to £82,000 per annum + bonus + car allowance + excellent benefits
Closing Date: 28th of February 2025
Help us create a better future, quicker
The Data Transformation team within SP Energy Networks (SPEN) is responsible for Data Transformation project strategy, design and delivery – meeting the needs of both internal and external stakeholders across our distribution and transmission licences. The team combines data, engineering and project delivery expertise to develop solutions in data systems, energy data analytics & insights, and AI.
As a Senior Architect within the Data Transformation team, you will lead the Data Engineering & Architecture team in designing sustainable data engineering and architectures to meet the needs of the Data Use Cases within the SPEN business.
What you’ll be doing
* Establish a technical team across the data systems & operations landscape including:
o Data pipelines and APIs
o Data modelling
o Systems and databases
o Policies and process
* Steer policy development on data modelling and engineering with internal/external stakeholders.
* Develop DataOps processes to encourage sustainable and scalable data provisioning/storage.
* Collaborate in designing data systems to enable future data analytics and other value-added use cases.
* Work with Data Governance to ensure compliance with policies.
* Work with Business Intelligence, Data Science, and other teams to identify data requirements and integration priorities.
* Deliver integrated platforms/architectures to enable a sustainable and scalable Data Estate.
* Engage with and ensure the implementation of industry best practices in the functional model.
What you’ll be responsible for
* Responsibility for a CAPEX budget of up to £10 million and an OPEX budget of up to £500,000 per annum.
* Leading a specialist team of data engineers and architects.
* Delivery of technology development initiatives in line with SPEN business plans.
* Leading within industry forums to steer technology strategy.
What you’ll bring
* Strong understanding of DataOps and project delivery methodologies.
* Extensive understanding of information systems and asset data architecture.
* Proven capabilities in information and system change delivery.
To be successful, as a minimum you will have
* Degree qualified in Computer Science, Data or a related discipline.
* Experience leading a team with strong leadership skills.
* Experience in delivering designs and architecture for data systems.
* Proven track record in developing and delivering information system changes.
* Strong understanding of effective partnership working.
* Ability to engage with and influence internal and external groups.
* Advanced experience in project management and cost management.
* Knowledge of scalable data systems and architectures.
* High-level analytical skills and advanced data/IT abilities.
* High level of business planning and strategic thinking.
* High-impact influencing and negotiating skills.
What’s in it for you
In addition to a competitive salary, you can enjoy a number of benefits, including:
* 36 days annual leave
* Holiday purchase
* Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
* Payroll giving and charity matched funding
* Technology Vouchers
* Electric Vehicle Schemes
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Options for dental insurance and health assessments
* Life Assurance (4x salary)
* Access to financial wellbeing support
Why SP Energy Networks
SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies. We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities. If you need support, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com.
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