Lead Solution Architect - Data Analytics

Bank of England
London, UK
6 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Compensation
£90,360.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Azure Cloud Database Information Engineering Data Governance Extract Transform Load (ETL) Software Design Patterns Azure Machine Learning Zachman Framework IT Architecture Togaf Data Analytics Data Management
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Databricks

Job description

nationally critical services operating under high levels of security, regulation and scrutiny. As a Lead Solution Architect - Data Analytics, you will: Define and govern solution and enterprise architectures for data analytics platforms Translate business strategies and requirements into target architectures, solution designs and technology roadmaps Produce architectural artefacts including blueprints, technical options, design patterns and high-level designs Shape architectural decisions across complex initiatives and represent architecture at governance forums Lead and develop a team of architects, supporting capability development and delivery Engage with senior stakeholders across Technology and the wider Bank Promote best practice across the data lifecycle, including data governance, quality, security and responsible use Essential skills for the Lead Solution Architect - Data Analytics include: Significant experience in IT architecture with a strong focus on data and analytics

Requirements

solutions Proven experience designing and evolving enterprise-scale data platforms Deep expertise in cloud-based data and analytics services on the Microsoft Azure platform (e.g. Azure Databricks, Azure ML) Experience shaping proofs of concept and evolving designs into production solutions Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including engagement with senior stakeholders Experience leading and developing architecture teams Desirable skills for the Lead Solution Architect - Data Analytics include: Experience working with architecture frameworks and methodologies (e.g. TOGAF, Zachman) Broad knowledge of enterprise data technologies, including lakehouse and medallion architectures, legacy data platforms and data engineering (ETL, ELT, CDC) Experience working within large, complex or highly regulated organisations In return, you can expect a flexible working culture, including: Non-contributory career-average pension. 10% - 25% annual discretionary performance award based on a current

Benefits & conditions

award pool 8% benefits allowance with the option to take as salary or purchase a wide range of flexible benefits. 25 days annual leave with option to buy up to 13 additional days through flexible benefits. Flexible start and finish times plus adaptable working patterns. Working-from-abroad policy (subject to approval). Inclusive culture that values diversity, wellbeing and development. Private medical insurance and income protection. Dental cover Why Join? You will work on nationally critical technology platforms that underpin the stability of the UK’s financial system, shaping enterprise-scale data architecture and contributing to long-term, system-wide transformation at the Bank of England. If you want to deliver technology that safeguards the UK’s financial system and work on data platforms of national importance, apply now and one of the Inspire People team will be in touch. TPBN1_UKTJ

About the company

Become part of a mission-driven team building secure, resilient platforms that safeguard the nation’s financial system . The Bank of England, in partnership with Inspire People, is seeking a Lead Solution Architect - Data Analytics with strong enterprise and solution architecture experience, deep knowledge of cloud-based data platforms, and a track record of delivering complex data and analytics solutions in highly regulated environments. Hybrid working in London on a 21-month FTC (with potential for Perm) with a salary of up to £90,360 plus an 8% cash benefits allowance, annual bonus of up to 25% and a non-contributory pension. Shape the Future of Technology at the UK’s Central Bank The Bank of England plays a critical role in maintaining the UK’s monetary and financial stability. Within the Technology Strategy & Architecture function for Data, Analytics and AI, this role provides architectural leadership across enterprise-scale data and analytics platforms that support

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