Azure Data Architect

Job Title: Azure Data Architect
Location: Hybrid – (1-2 days/week in Dunstable)
Rate: Inside IR35
Contract Duration: 6 months

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Azure Data Architect to join an innovative, data-driven transformation programme. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud data solutions and collaborate closely with enterprise architecture teams on high-impact projects. You’ll be instrumental in designing and implementing robust, scalable data platforms using the latest Azure technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyse business and technical requirements
  
  
• Develop high-level and detailed solution designs for cloud-based data platforms
  
  
• Evaluate and recommend tools based on technical fit and project requirements
  
  
• Lead implementation of data architecture solutions including lakehouse models using Azure Databricks
  
  
• Define and document key design decisions and present in architecture governance forums
  
  
• Design robust data models to support end-user reporting and analytics
  
  
• Support the deployment and scaling of data solutions across the enterprise
  
  
• Guide teams in implementing best practices for Azure-based data engineering and architecture
  
  Key Skills & Experience
  
  
• 5+ years of hands-on experience delivering data architecture solutions on Microsoft Azure
  
  
• Strong understanding of Azure services including Data Factory, Databricks, Synapse Analytics, Data Lake, Delta Lake, SQL Database, Key Vault, and Power BI
  
  
• Experience in lakehouse architecture design and implementation
  
  
• Proven ability to prepare and present architecture documents
  
  
• Proficient in evaluating and integrating tools and services into large-scale data platforms
  
  
• Familiarity with PowerShell, Big Data tools, and automation on Azure
  
  
• Comfortable engaging with architecture forums and influencing design direction
  
  
• Strong client-facing skills and ability to lead cross-functional technical discussions
  
  Who You Are
  
  
• Confident and assertive communicator, able to engage with senior stakeholders and technical teams
  
  
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to drive consensus and alignment
  
  
• A team player who supports collaborative decision-making
  
  
• Detail-oriented with a strategic mindset and delivery focus