Data Architect
Core
Lead the discovery, assessment, and planning phase of a large-scale cloud data migration programme, defining strategy, target-state architecture, and delivery roadmap for enterprise transformation.
Role type
Senior IC data architect (migration strategy)
Builds
Enterprise-scale data platform modernisation programmes
Domain
Enterprise technology + cloud data architecture
Required skills
Data Architecture, Enterprise Data Platforms, Cloud Data Architecture, Azure Data Platform, Databricks, Data Lakehouse Architecture, Data Warehousing, ETL/ELT Architecture, Data Governance, Data Modelling, Data Migration Strategy, Solution Architecture, Business Case Development, Programme Planning and Estimation (via careerplan.io/jobs/744000153817732-data-architect-at-version-1)
Preferred skills
SQL Server, SSIS, SSAS, Power BI, Azure Data Factory, Unity Catalog, Medallion Architecture, Databricks Jobs and Pipelines, Replication and CDC Patterns, Analytics and Reporting Platforms
Technologies
Azure, Databricks, SQL Server, Power BI, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, Snowflake
Responsibilities
Lead architecture and strategy for enterprise-scale data platform modernisation; Define migration scope, target-state architecture, and transformation approach; Conduct data estate assessments, inventory analysis, and dependency mapping; Develop migration roadmaps, implementation waves, and sequencing strategies; Evaluate migration options and recommend approaches including re-platforming or retirement; Define architecture principles, standards, and key technical decisions; Establish governance structures, delivery models, and stakeholder engagement frameworks; Define transition and operating models for coexistence of on-premise and cloud environments; Develop cost, effort, and timeline estimates; Produce executive-level business cases and proposals; Provide leadership and mentoring to architects, engineers, and project teams.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership
