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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Solution Architect - **Company:** CGI Group Inc. - **Location:** UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Information Systems, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data Infrastructure, Data Systems, Data Warehousing, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Meta-Data Management, Power BI, Cloud Services, Azure Data Lake, SQL Databases, Enterprise Data Management, Azure Data Factory, Apache Spark, Data Strategy, Microsoft Fabric, Pyspark, Information Technology, AWS Glue, AWS Data Analytics, Data Management, Terraform, Stream Processing, Azure Synapse Analytics, Amazon Elastic Mapreduce (EMR), Amazon Redshift, Databricks - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2909117853-2 ## About the Role To succeed in this role, you will bring significant experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale data platforms within complex business environments. You will possess strong architecture leadership skills, deep expertise in modern cloud data ecosystems, and the ability to engage confidently with both executive stakeholders and technical delivery teams. A strong background in Databricks, modern Lakehouse architectures, and cloud-native data solutions will be essential, alongside a passion for helping organisations realise the full value of their data., Proven experience in Data Architecture, Solution Architecture, or Enterprise Data Architecture roles Extensive experience delivering large-scale enterprise data and analytics solutions Strong track record leading architecture across complex transformation programmes Expert knowledge of Databricks and Apache Spark ecosystems Deep expertise in either Microsoft Azure Data Platform Services or AWS Data Platform Services Working knowledge of the alternative cloud platform Experience designing modern Lakehouse architectures and enterprise data platforms Strong understanding of data governance, metadata management, lineage, security, privacy, and compliance frameworks Experience developing enterprise data strategies, architecture roadmaps, and governance standards Strong stakeholder engagement, consulting, and communication skills Experience operating within large-scale enterprise or regulated environments Ability to influence senior business and technology leaders while guiding technical delivery teams ## Description At CGI, we help organisations transform data into a strategic asset that drives innovation, informed decision-making, and measurable business value. As a Senior Data Solution Architect, you will play a critical role in shaping enterprise data strategies, designing modern cloud-native platforms, and leading complex transformation programmes for some of the world's most recognised organisations. Working across business and technology teams, you will provide architectural leadership that enables advanced analytics, AI adoption, and scalable data capabilities. Joining CGI means having the opportunity to influence strategic outcomes, solve complex challenges through innovative thinking, and grow your career within a collaborative and supportive environment where your expertise can make a lasting impact., In this role, you will lead the architecture, design, and governance of enterprise-scale data solutions that support business transformation, analytics, AI adoption, and digital innovation. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, you will define target-state architectures, shape strategic roadmaps, and ensure data platforms are scalable, secure, and aligned to business objectives. You will work across complex transformation programmes, providing technical leadership while balancing architectural governance with practical delivery outcomes. You will collaborate closely with architects, engineers, delivery teams, and client stakeholders to design modern cloud data platforms across Azure and AWS environments. Leveraging your expertise in Databricks, Lakehouse architectures, and enterprise data management, you will help organisations unlock greater value from their data while mentoring colleagues, driving innovation, and contributing to CGI's growing data and AI capabilities., Lead & Shape enterprise data architecture strategies, roadmaps, and target-state designs Design & Govern scalable, secure, and resilient cloud-native data platforms across Azure and AWS Architect & Deliver modern Lakehouse, Data Mesh, data warehousing, and AI-enabled data solutions Translate & Align business requirements into end-to-end technical architectures Guide & Influence architectural decisions across large-scale transformation programmes Champion & Establish architecture standards, governance frameworks, and best practices Advise & Partner with executives, business leaders, and programme stakeholders on data strategy and modernisation Drive & Support cloud migrations, data platform modernisation, governance initiatives, and analytics transformations Mentor & Develop architects, engineers, and technical delivery teams Contribute & Innovate through thought leadership, capability development, bids, proposals, and solution shaping, Microsoft Fabric Azure Databricks Azure Synapse Analytics Azure Data Factory Azure Data Lake Storage Power BI Microsoft Purview AWS Glue AWS Lake Formation Amazon Redshift Amazon Athena Amazon EMR Amazon S3 SQL, Python, and PySpark CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred) Data Mesh, Master Data Management, and real-time data processing architectures Preferred certifications: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Azure Data Engineer Associate AWS Solutions Architect Professional Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional Databricks Certified Solution Architect DAMA CDMP Certification SAFe Agilist or SAFe Architect Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. ## 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) - [How we built an AI-powered code reviewer in 80 hours](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1511-how-we-built-an-ai-powered-code-reviewer-in-80-hours) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [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 - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [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) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer)