Data Architect jobs

Data architecture roles could involve designing and implementing scalable data systems that support decision-making across an organisation. As a Data Architect, you could take responsibility for translating complex business requirements into robust, secure and maintainable data solutions.

Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.

About the opportunity

This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Data Architect positions where you could design enterprise data platforms and infrastructure. Roles of this type may sit within forward-thinking organisations seeking to modernise their data estate, with scope to collaborate across engineering, analytics and business teams to deliver data solutions that drive impact.

Typical role overview

• Location: Bristol, City of Bristol, England — hybrid
• Type: Contract · Full-time
• Rate: £575–750 per day
• Domain: Data architecture · Enterprise data systems

What you would do

Typical responsibilities could include:

• Designing and architecting scalable data platforms and pipelines that meet business and technical requirements
• Gathering and translating data requirements from stakeholders into technical specifications and system designs
• Collaborating with engineering and analytics teams to ensure data quality, alignment and usability across the organisation
• Evaluating and recommending technologies, tools and frameworks to support data infrastructure (including Azure, AWS, cloud platforms, containerisation and orchestration)
• Developing and maintaining data models, schemas and documentation to support system understanding and governance
• Implementing and overseeing CI/CD practices and automated deployment for data systems
• Engaging with stakeholders to understand evolving data needs and refine architecture roadmaps
• Contributing to data governance, security and compliance standards

What you could bring

Most roles of this type require the following:

Must-have

• 5+ years' experience in data architecture, data engineering or related roles
• Master's degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience
• Strong experience designing data pipelines, data platforms and distributed systems
• Proficiency in cloud platforms (Azure, AWS or GCP) and containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Hands-on experience with SQL databases and data quality frameworks
• Knowledge of microservices architecture, APIs and modern integration patterns
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform
• Strong problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills

Nice-to-have

• Experience with SAP RISE, SAP S/4HANA or enterprise data migration
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks and compliance requirements (CSDR)
• Experience with Power BI or similar analytics platforms
• Scripting or programming experience in Python, Java, Bash or similar languages

What roles of this type could offer

Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• Scope to design and shape modern, scalable data infrastructure
• Opportunity to collaborate with talented engineering and analytics teams
• Potential to influence data strategy and drive organisational decision-making
• Professional development through exposure to emerging data technologies and cloud platforms
• Contract flexibility with daily rates of £575–750, depending on experience and expertise
• The chance to work on data systems that deliver measurable business impact

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How to register interest

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Disclaimer:
Please note that the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy or any guarantee of future vacancies, and by responding to this advert you agree to us adding your details to our database for future opportunities.