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Data Architect (Fabric)
Methods·London, United Kingdom·Hybrid·Full-time
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Summary
the pitchJoin Methods, a leading digital transformation consultancy, as a Data Architect. In this role, you will be the senior technical authority for the Data Transformation Programme, responsible for defining technical direction, priorities, standards, and decision-making. You will create and maintain the programme roadmap, guide technical workstreams, and uplift the capability of the existing team. This position offers the opportunity to work remotely with flexibility to travel to client sites and our offices in London and Sheffield.
Role
posted by company- Understanding of Lambda and Kappa architectural patterns and when to apply each
- Capability to influence senior stakeholders, programme sponsors and project boards
- Proven track record with complex data migration projects (terabyte+ datasets, multiple legacy source systems, structures and unstructured data)
- Extensive data modelling experience: both normalised relational models and de-normalised Star Schema/dimensional models
- Knowledge of data architectures supporting AI/ML workloads, including vector databases, feature stores and MLOps pipelines
- You May Also Have:
- Excellent relational database design skills with expertise in diagnosing and optimising performance across SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and cloud databases
- Ability to communicate technical decisions to non-technical executives and secure agreement on technical direction
- Proficiency with Parquet/Delta Lake or other modern data storage formats
- Deep knowledge of Fabric architecture, governance, OneLake, Real-Time Intelligence, Data Engineering, Warehousing and Power BI integration
- Deep knowledge of the Azure data stack (Azure SQL Server, CosmosDB, Azure Data Factory, Purview, Synapse, Event Hub, Azure Databricks/Fabric)
- Experience with streaming architectures using Kafka, Event Hubs, or Kinesis for real-time data processing
- Experience processing and managing unstructured data types (text, images, logs, sensor data)
- Exposure to high-performing, low latency or large volume data systems
- Knowledge of and/or experience with Government Digital Service practices across Discovery/Alpha/Beta/Live phases
- Understanding of vector databases and similarity search for AI applications
- Knowledge of how to design and analyse operational logs for data processing, and triage incidents
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code and modern DevOps practices
- Awareness of advances in AI technologies, data services, and architectural practices
- Public sector or defence experience
- Industry specialisation in specific sectors (Engineering, Manufacturing, Healthcare etc.)
- Relevant industry certifications such as TOGAF 9, CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional), or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
- Understanding of data mesh or data fabric architectural approaches
- UKSV (United Kingdom Security Vetting) clearance is required for this role, with Security Check (SC) as the minimum standard, either already held or with a willingness to undergo the process. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)
Key responsibilities
- Be the senior technical authority for the programme, responsible for defining technical direction, priorities, standards and decision-making.
- Create and maintain the Data Transformation Programme roadmap and ensure all workstreams align to the target architecture and business objectives.
- Lead complex data migration projects from legacy systems to modern cloud-native platforms, ensuring that risks associated with deployment are adequately understood and documented.