> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2049102-data-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2049102-data-architect). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Data Architect

- **Company:** ARC IT Recruitment
- **Location:** London, UK (Remote available)
- **Salary:** £100,000.0 - £110,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Data Infrastructure, Data Vault Modeling, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Standard Sql, Azure Data Lake, Enterprise Data Management, Azure Data Factory, Snowflake, Apache Spark, Data Strategy, Microsoft Fabric, Data Lakes, Pyspark, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Data Analytics, Bicep, Physical Data Models, Terraform, Stream Processing, Azure Synapse Analytics, Databricks
- **Published:** August 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/pt/en/find-jobs-in-United-Kingdom/-066AFC44E2BB3D59D4/

## About the Role

* Strong experience designing enterprise data platforms within Microsoft Azure environments
 * Deep expertise with Azure Databricks, Spark (PySpark/Scala), Delta Lake, and Lakehouse architecture
 * Strong hands-on experience with Snowflake architecture and optimisation
 * Experience with Azure Data Factory, ADLS Gen2, Synapse Analytics, and/or Microsoft Fabric
 * Excellent understanding of modern data modelling approaches including Kimball, Inmon, and Data Vault
 * Strong SQL, Python, Spark, and Snowflake SQL skills
 * Experience with CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, ARM, or Bicep
 * Knowledge of governance and cataloguing tools such as Microsoft Purview
 * Proven ability to operate in senior technical leadership or architecture roles

## Description

A fast-growing international fintech organisation is seeking an experienced Data Architect to lead the design and evolution of a modern cloud-native data platform. This is a senior-level opportunity to shape enterprise-wide data strategy and architecture across a highly scalable Azure and Snowflake ecosystem, supporting advanced analytics, AI/ML, business intelligence, and data-driven product innovation.

You will take ownership of the organisation's modern data architecture roadmap, designing secure, scalable, and high-performing platforms that enable analytics and engineering teams to deliver at pace. This role combines strategic architecture leadership with hands-on technical expertise across Azure, Databricks, and Snowflake technologies.

Key Responsibilities

 * Define and maintain the enterprise data architecture strategy and roadmap
 * Design scalable, secure, cloud-native data platforms using Azure and Snowflake
 * Architect modern lakehouse and enterprise analytics solutions
 * Lead the design of conceptual, logical, and physical data models
 * Support batch, streaming, and Real Time data processing capabilities
 * Drive best practice across governance, metadata, lineage, and data quality
 * Optimise platform performance, scalability, reliability, and cost
 * Collaborate closely with engineering, analytics, architecture, and data science teams
 * Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance across delivery teams
 * Promote automation, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code practices
 * Evaluate emerging technologies and contribute to long-term platform innovation


## Related Videos

- [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data)
- [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering)
- [Back(end) to the Future: Embracing the continuous Evolution of Infrastructure and Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/440-back-end-to-the-future-embracing-the-continuous-evolution-of-infrastructure-and-code)
- [Infrastructure as Code: The Developer's Secret Weapon](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1221-infrastructure-as-code-the-developer-s-secret-weapon)
- [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail)
- [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning)

## Related Articles

- [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers)
- [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story)
- [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)
- [Graph and AI Trends 2026: Why Is AI Running but Not Yet Delivering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/680-graph-and-ai-trends-2026-why-is-ai-running-but-not-yet-delivering)
- [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk)
- [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know)