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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Architect - **Company:** Essential Employment - **Location:** Heapey, UK - **Salary:** £62,927.0 - £84,461.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Adaptable Database Systems, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Business Intelligence Development, Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Data Migration, Data Structures, Data Warehousing, Information Management, Data Classification, Data Lakes, Information Technology, Enterprise Integration, Data Management - **Published:** September 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5883514324 ## About the Role * Strong experience in data architecture and data management * Experience designing scalable data models, data warehouses, data lakes, and integration solutions * Experience leading data migration and transformation initiatives * Experience providing technical leadership and mentoring to data professionals * Ability to act as a subject matter expert for data architecture * Experience establishing data governance standards and policies * Knowledge of data classification frameworks and data quality standards * Understanding of GDPR, data privacy requirements, security regulations, and information governance policies * Experience collaborating with ICT, Information Management, and security teams * Experience working with analysts, stakeholders, and business teams to understand reporting requirements * Ability to translate business needs into data structures and analytical solutions * Experience with cloud-based data solutions using Azure and AWS * Ability to evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions * Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills * Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences * Experience supporting business case development for data initiatives and technology investments ## Description * Develop, implement, and maintain our data architecture strategy * Design scalable data models, data warehouses, data lakes, and integration solutions * Define and maintain our data standards, frameworks, and best practices * Ensure our data architecture aligns with strategic business objectives * Lead data migration and transformation initiatives * Provide technical leadership and mentoring to Data Engineers, BI Developers, Dashboard Designers, and other data professionals * Act as the subject matter expert for data architecture and data management * Lead significant data projects from concept through implementation * Support the development of technical capabilities within our wider digital and data function * Establish and promote data governance standards and policies * Define data classification frameworks and data quality standards * Ensure compliance with GDPR, data privacy requirements, security regulations, and information governance policies * Work closely with ICT, Information Management, and security teams to establish effective data access controls * Collaborate with analysts, stakeholders, and business teams to understand information and reporting requirements * Translate business needs into effective data structures and analytical solutions * Enable advanced analytics, predictive modelling, reporting, and business intelligence capabilities * Support the development of enterprise dashboards and data-driven decision-making * Design and maintain cloud-based data solutions using platforms such as Azure and AWS * Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions that improve data capabilities * Identify opportunities to maximise value from internal and external data sources * Drive adoption of modern data engineering and architecture practices * Build strong relationships with senior leaders, technical teams, and external partners * Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences * Support business case development for data initiatives and technology investments * Represent our organisation in regional and national data architecture forums and working groups Technologies: * AWS * Architect * Azure * Business Intelligence * Cloud * ICT * Support * Security, We are seeking a Data Architect in Lincoln on a temporary basis, paying £30.29 per hour for full-time hours. 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