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# Data Architect

- **Company:** Sanderson Recruitment Plc
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Code Review, Data Architecture, Data Integration, Data Migration, Open Source Technology, Software Engineering, Unstructured Data, Data Strategy, SC Clearance, Restful APIs, Microservices
- **Published:** September 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/data-architect/57403413

## About the Role

Sanderson are working with a consulting client who are looking to grow their Data capability. The client is seeking candidates who have experience of Data Architecture and can define Data Strategy.

Skills and Responsibilities

You will have a strong architecture and software engineering background and be able to contribute to internal data strategy and thought leadership

In addition you will have:

 * Experience with defining data strategy, data migration approach, data integration approach
 * Experience being a hands-on data architect
 * Experience with Big Data technologies
 * Experience with Microsoft Azure and services
 * Experience with both open source and vendor data platforms.
 * Experience with data architecture, architectural concepts, methodologies and approaches.
 * Experience with microservices architecture
 * Experience of designing for both structured and unstructured data
 * An understanding of non-functional drivers for design
 * Experience with data modelling
 * Strong background in Java and REST Services - ability to design solutions as well as review code

This role will require you to be willing and eligible to undergo UK security clearance.