Data Architect (Contract)

Data Architect (Contract)

Posted 4 days ago by Venturi

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£600 Per day
Outside
Hybrid
London Area, United Kingdom
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Azure Databricks Azure Data Factory Business Requirements Cloud Computing Cloud Technology Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery Data Architecture Databricks Data Governance Data Lakes Datamodel Data Modeling Data Privacy Laws DevOps Management Metadata Microsoft 365 Microsoft Azure Power BI Scalability SQL (Programming Language) SQLDB Stakeholder Management

Summary: The role of Data Architect involves designing and implementing end-to-end data solutions on the Azure platform for a Microsoft Partner Consultancy. This contract position requires a hands-on technical architect who can translate business requirements into scalable and secure data architectures. The successful candidate will work within a collaborative team focused on innovation and excellence in data strategy and delivery. The position is hybrid, requiring 1-2 days in London, with an initial duration of 6 months.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and implement data architecture solutions leveraging Azure Data Services.
  • Define data models, integration patterns, and governance frameworks aligned with best practices.
  • Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to assess business needs and translate them into technical designs.
  • Lead architecture reviews, ensure scalability, security, and cost optimization across data platforms.
  • Guide and mentor data engineers and developers through design and implementation phases.
  • Contribute to data strategy, roadmap planning, and architectural standards for client projects.
  • Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and governance regulations.

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience as a Data Architect, ideally within a consulting or professional services environment.
  • Strong technical expertise across the Azure data ecosystem, including Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure SQL DB, Data Lake, Databricks, and Power BI.
  • Experience designing data warehouses, data lakes, and ETL/ELT pipelines.
  • Strong knowledge of data modelling, metadata management, and data governance frameworks.
  • Familiarity with cloud security principles, DevOps, and CI/CD practices.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Microsoft certifications are highly desirable.

Salary (Rate): £600 daily

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Location: Hybrid (1-2 days in London) Duration: 6 months initial Start Date: ASAP Day Rate: £500-£600 Outside About the Company Our client is a Microsoft Partner Consultancy specializing in delivering modern data platform, cloud, and analytics solutions. With a strong focus on Azure technologies, the company helps organizations modernize their data environments, unlock business insights, and enable scalable, secure cloud architectures. You’ll be joining a collaborative, high-performing team passionate about innovation, data strategy, and excellence in delivery. We are seeking an experienced Data Architect to design and implement end-to-end data solutions on the Azure platform. This is a contract role (initial 6 months), ideal for a hands-on technical architect who can translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and high-performing data architectures.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and implement data architecture solutions leveraging Azure Data Services.
  • Define data models, integration patterns, and governance frameworks aligned with best practices.
  • Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to assess business needs and translate them into technical designs.
  • Lead architecture reviews, ensure scalability, security, and cost optimization across data platforms.
  • Guide and mentor data engineers and developers through design and implementation phases.
  • Contribute to data strategy, roadmap planning, and architectural standards for client projects.
  • Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and governance regulations.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience as a Data Architect, ideally within a consulting or professional services environment.
  • Strong technical expertise across the Azure data ecosystem, including: Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure SQL DB, Data Lake, Databricks, and Power BI.
  • Experience designing data warehouses, data lakes, and ETL/ELT pipelines.
  • Strong knowledge of data modelling, metadata management, and data governance frameworks.
  • Familiarity with cloud security principles, DevOps, and CI/CD practices.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Microsoft certifications are highly desirable.

If you're interested in learning more, please apply via the link or reach out to me directly.

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