Azure Data Architect

Azure Data Architect

Posted 1 week ago by Stott and May

£520 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Dunstable, UK

Summary: The Azure Data Architect role involves leading the design and architecture of Azure-based data platforms for a key client within a global consultancy. The position requires engagement with customer stakeholders to gather requirements and oversee the implementation of advanced cloud-based data solutions. The role is hybrid, necessitating accessibility to Dunstable, and is classified as inside IR35.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead high-level design and architecture of Azure-based data platforms
  • Engage with customer stakeholders to gather and analyse requirements
  • Recommend tools and design patterns based on business needs
  • Produce and present architecture and design documentation for governance approvals
  • Oversee implementation of lake house architecture using Databricks and related tools

Key Skills:

  • 5+ years of experience in Azure data platform implementation
  • Deep expertise across Azure services including Data Factory, Databricks, Data Lake, Synapse, Power BI, Key Vault, and more
  • Strong understanding of cloud data architecture and platform design patterns
  • Proven ability to lead design discussions and challenge stakeholders constructively
  • Skilled in producing and presenting technical documentation

Salary (Rate): £520 daily

City: Dunstable

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Azure Data Architect

Start: ASAP
Duration: initial 6 months
Location: hybrid, must be accessible to Dunstable
Pay: £500-520/day (inside IR35)

We are seeking a highly skilled Azure Data Platform Architect to support a key client in the delivery of advanced cloud-based data solutions. You'll work within a leading global consultancy, engaging directly with the customer's architecture team in a fast-paced, technology-forward environment, using cutting-edge tools like Databricks, Azure Synapse, and Power BI.

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead high-level design and architecture of Azure-based data platforms
- Engage with customer stakeholders to gather and analyse requirements
- Recommend tools and design patterns based on business needs
- Produce and present architecture and design documentation for governance approvals
- Oversee implementation of lake house architecture using Databricks and related tools

Skills & Experience Required:
- 5+ years of experience in Azure data platform implementation
- Deep expertise across Azure services including Data Factory, Databricks, Data Lake, Synapse, Power BI, Key Vault, and more
- Strong understanding of cloud data architecture and platform design patterns
- Proven ability to lead design discussions and challenge stakeholders constructively
- Skilled in producing and presenting technical documentation