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# Databricks Lakehouse Architect: Lead Data Strategy

- **Company:** Gravitas Recruitment Group (Global) Ltd
- **Location:** Manchester, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £130,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Architecture, Data Strategy, Databricks
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815047601-databricks-lakehouse-architect-lead-data-strategy

## About the Role

The successful candidate will lead the architecture of Lakehouse solutions supporting advanced analytics and AI/ML, working closely with clients to deliver real business value. A key requirement is at least 5 years of experience in Data Architecture and 3 years with Databricks.

## Description

Gravitas Recruitment Group (Global) Ltd is seeking an experienced Data Architect to design and implement modern data platforms using Databricks. This UK-based role offers hybrid working flexibility in locations like Edinburgh, Manchester, or London.

The successful candidate will lead the architecture of Lakehouse solutions supporting advanced analytics and AI/ML, working closely with clients to deliver real business value. A key requirement is at least 5 years of experience in Data Architecture and 3 years with Databricks.

The position offers a competitive salary of up to £130,000 per annum and the opportunity to work on innovative projects.


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