Data Architect

Job Title: Data Architect (Contract) Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days per week)Rate: £630 per day (Inside IR35)

We are supporting a leading aviation business undergoing a major data platform transformation and are looking for an experienced Data Architect to play a key role in delivering this programme.

Role Overview

This is a hands-on Data Architect role focused on leading the migration of a legacy Oracle estate into AWS and Snowflake. You will be responsible for overseeing a team of engineers while driving the design and implementation of a scalable, modern cloud data platform.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the end-to-end architecture and delivery of an Oracle to AWS/Snowflake migration

  • Oversee and guide a team of data engineers, ensuring best practices and high-quality delivery

  • Design scalable, secure, and high-performing data models and pipelines

  • Re-engineer legacy Oracle data structures into modern cloud-native architectures

  • Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and align technical solutions to business needs

  • Ensure strong data governance, quality, and performance across the platform

Key Requirements
  • Proven experience as a Data Architect on large-scale cloud migration programmes

  • Strong experience migrating Oracle systems to AWS and Snowflake

  • Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams

  • Strong background in data modelling, architecture design, and cloud data platforms

  • Experience working with HR data (key requirement)

  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Job Details

Company
Harnham - Data & Analytics Recruitment
Location
London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / Remote Options
Employment Type
Contractor
Salary
£600 - £630 per day
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