Data Architect – Streaming & ODS (Kafka / AWS /MongoDB/ APIs/ Banking/ Fintech)
Posted 1 day ago by GIOS Technology
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Summary: The Data Architect – Streaming & ODS role focuses on designing and implementing end-to-end streaming and Operational Data Store (ODS) solutions using technologies such as Kafka, MongoDB, and AWS. The position requires hands-on solution design and collaboration with engineering teams while engaging with senior stakeholders. The role is hybrid, requiring 2-3 days in the office weekly in Glasgow, UK. The ideal candidate will drive proofs of concept and contribute to architecture governance activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, build, and validate end-to-end streaming and Operational Data Store (ODS) solutions.
- Lead hands-on solution design using Kafka/Confluent Kafka, MongoDB, AWS, and APIs.
- Drive proofs of concept (PoCs), prototypes, technical spikes, and solution demonstrations.
- Provide detailed solution designs and implementation guidance while collaborating with engineering teams.
- Contribute to architecture governance activities including design reviews and standards compliance.
- Engage with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to manage expectations and ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards.
Key Skills:
- Kafka
- Confluent Kafka
- MongoDB
- AWS
- APIs
- ODS
- Streaming Architecture
- Solution Architecture
- Event-Driven Architecture
- Cloud Architecture
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Glasgow
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
I am hiring for Data Architect – Streaming & ODS (Kafka / AWS /MongoDB/ APIs/ Banking/ Fintech) Location : Glasgow, UK Hybrid - weekly 2-3 Days in office
Job Description
Design, build, and validate end-to-end streaming and Operational Data Store (ODS) solutions, operating across both high-level architecture and low-level implementation. Lead hands-on solution design using Kafka/Confluent Kafka, MongoDB, AWS, and APIs, ensuring immediate productivity with no learning curve. Drive proofs of concept (PoCs), prototypes, technical spikes, and solution demonstrations to validate architectural decisions in practice. Provide detailed solution designs and implementation guidance while collaborating closely with engineering teams. Contribute to architecture governance activities including design reviews, standards compliance, approval board submissions, and adherence to architectural guardrails. Engage confidently with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams, operating autonomously to manage expectations and ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards.