Data Architect

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Data Architect to join our growing Data & AI team. The successful applicant will work alongside our architects and consultants to deliver high-quality data solutions to help our customers become more successful in becoming a data-guided organisation.

The Data Architect is responsible for planning, designing and delivering elegant solutions using Microsoft Azure data services. The Data Architect engages in the full project lifecycle from presales through to operational handover and is accountable for the technical delivery of projects. The Data Architect must also be a passionate advocate of innovation with a preference towards using new technology to solve business problems.

Due to the nature of this role successful candidates will need to undergo security clearance. Therefore to be eligible for this role you must have lived in the UK for at least 5 consecutive years. More information on SC Clearance checks can be found here

Responsibilities

• Designing cloud-based data platforms and data solutions using a wide range of Azure Services including Azure Databricks, Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure Synapse, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Data Factory and Azure Blob storage
• Building conceptual, logical and physical data models optimised for analytical use cases
• Defining data architecture framework, standards and principles
• Mapping data from source to target and establishing current & future state based on business requirements
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to team members
• Responsible for the technical readiness, scalability, & quality assurance of final deliverables
• Effectively translate and accurately communicate across technical and non-technical stakeholders as well as facilitate discussions within a multidisciplinary team

About you

• Strong experience in modern data platform architecture (Data Warehouses, Data Lakes, Dimensional Modelling, Streaming vs Batching, etc)
• Knowledge and understanding of key data strategy pillars across people, processes and technology
• Knowledge and understanding of Data Management principles, including Data Governance, Data Quality, Master and Reference Data Management, Metadata Management, Security and Compliance
• Strong experience in Data Warehouse methodologies
• Experience working across Azure Data Services including Azure Databricks, Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Data Factory, Azure Blob storage and Power BI
• Strong experience in SQL
• Good understanding of Azure infrastructure (Subscriptions/Resource Groups, Virtual Networks, Kubernetes, Security options, etc)
• Good understanding of modern reporting platforms (dashboarding, advanced analytics, AI)
• An ability to explain complex problems in a simple and effective manner
• Strong peer and senior stakeholder management skills (including engagement with exec level sponsors)

Knowledge and experience of the following would be advantageous:

• Knowledge of Enterprise Architecture Frameworks
• Good knowledge of Azure DevOps Pipelines
• Strong experience in Apache Spark framework
• Previous experience in designing and delivering data warehouse and business intelligence solutions using on-premises Microsoft stack (SSIS, SSRS, SSAS)
• Knowledge of any other enterprise product/tool for CI/CD e.g.: Terraform, Jenkins, etc.
• Relevant certification (Azure Architect Expert and/or TOGAF Practitioner)

What we look for in our people

• Strong alignment with FSP values and ethos
• Commitment to teamwork, quality and mutual success
• Proactivity with an ability to operate with pace and energy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Dedication to excellence and quality

Why work for FSP?

At FSP, we are committed to providing:

• A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career
• The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of
• A chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry, who always seek to share their knowledge and experience
• Hybrid working – we empower you to make smart choices about when and where to work to achieve great results
• Industry leading coaching and mentoring
• Plus the excellent benefits package we offer at FSP

FSP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for employment regardless of age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief.

We endeavour to always provide fair opportunity for applicants to showcase themselves in the best way possible during any interviews or meetings. If you require any adjustments for a call or in-person meeting, please let us know.

About FSP

Founded in 2012, FSP Consulting Services (FSP) are a leading digital transformation specialist, combining real world experience in business strategy, change and adoption and digital solution delivery.

As a long-standing Microsoft Solutions Partner, our portfolio of modern workplace, cloud, data, and cyber security offerings, alongside trusted managed services delivery, is driving change for high-profile clients in both the public and private sector.

Our work is founded on the commitment to deliver positive impact for both organisations and their people.

Behind this commitment is a dedicated employee-first strategy, built around our organisation’s core values: human, inclusive, performance driven, and ambitious.

We are proud to have been recognised by Best Companies™ as a 3-star ‘World Class’ workplace (their highest level of accreditation) in 2024, 2023 and 2022. We have also been awarded a No.1 Best Company to Work For in the UK, in the Technology sector and in the South-East (Regional League Table) in 2023.

We have also been recognised three times as No.1 Best Workplace™ in the UK by Great Place to Work®.

Find out more about our awards here: https://fsp.co/awards/