Azure Data and Infrastructure Solution Architect

Azure Data and Infrastructure Solution Architect

Posted 2 weeks ago by Cognitive Group | Part of the Focus Cloud Group

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Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
Coventry, England, United Kingdom
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AWS Identity And Access Management (IAM) Azure Databricks Big Data Cloud Computing Cloud Infrastructure Cloud Technology Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery Data Architecture Databricks Datadog Data Governance Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Internet Of Things (IoT) Management Microsoft Azure Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) SAP Applications Stakeholder Management Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA) Terraform Threat Modeling

Summary: The Azure Data & Infrastructure Architect role involves delivering a complex data platform transformation for a major public sector organization through a Tier One Consultancy. The position requires a strong focus on designing and implementing secure, scalable cloud infrastructure on Azure, with a significant emphasis on data governance and compliance. The role mandates on-site presence in Coventry for two days a week. Candidates should possess extensive experience in cloud infrastructure and data architecture, particularly within Azure environments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design & implement secure, scalable cloud infrastructure on Azure
  • Build data platforms using Databricks, Fabric, ADLS, Delta Lake, CosmosDB
  • Architect solutions for real-time ingestion from sources like SCADA, SAP PM, Oracle
  • Implement secure networking (VNETs, ExpressRoute, private endpoints)
  • Drive data governance using Purview, Collibra, Unity Catalog
  • Lead DR, HA, threat modeling, and security audits
  • Develop IaC using Terraform, Bicep, ARM; automate with CI/CD pipelines
  • Ensure compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001

Key Skills:

  • 10+ years in cloud infrastructure and data architecture
  • Deep expertise in Azure, Databricks, Synapse, Fabric
  • Strong knowledge of networking, IAM, RBAC, Zero Trust
  • Proficient in big data, ETL/ELT, and streaming tech (Kafka, Event Hubs)
  • Experience with monitoring tools (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Datadog)
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Experience in utilities or real-time IoT data is highly desirable

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Coventry

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

We are seeking a highly experienced Azure Data & Infrastructure Architect to deliver a complex data platform transformation for a major public sector organisation. The role is working through a globally recognised Tier One Consultancy and requires 2 days per week on site in Coventry.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design & implement secure, scalable cloud infrastructure on Azure
  • Build data platforms using Databricks, Fabric, ADLS, Delta Lake, CosmosDB
  • Architect solutions for real-time ingestion from sources like SCADA, SAP PM, Oracle
  • Implement secure networking (VNETs, ExpressRoute, private endpoints)
  • Drive data governance using Purview, Collibra, Unity Catalog
  • Lead DR, HA, threat modeling, and security audits
  • Develop IaC using Terraform, Bicep, ARM; automate with CI/CD pipelines
  • Ensure compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001

Core Skills & Experience:

  • 10+ years in cloud infrastructure and data architecture
  • Deep expertise in Azure, Databricks, Synapse, Fabric
  • Strong knowledge of networking, IAM, RBAC, Zero Trust
  • Proficient in big data, ETL/ELT, and streaming tech (Kafka, Event Hubs)
  • Experience with monitoring tools (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Datadog)
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Experience in utilities or real-time IoT data is highly desirable

This is an inside IR35 contract role working via umbrella company.

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