Principal Consultant - Solution Lead

We're seeking a Solution Lead for our Data Consultancy Business If you don't fit the above criteria exactly but are interested in working for us, get in touch anyway! - we hire people, not job specs! The TeamWe're Intuita - a fast growing consultancy that's making waves in both the consultancy and technology space!With our ambitious goals for this year and beyond, we are looking for talented individuals to complement the team of experts we already have working across our business, becoming a pivotal part of our journey, to not just meet, but continuously exceed our client expectations!Who are we seeking Crucially we will prioritize and are ideally seeking those from the following industries:Telco, Financial Services (ideally insurance, banking and pensions) and Healthcare and /or Life Science. The RoleTo achieve our ambitions, we're looking to hire a Solution Lead to support and drive our client focus.Are you ready to be the technical authority behind our clients' data transformations? Intuita is looking for a Solution Lead to join our Consultancy team - designing and delivering end-to-end data solutions that are innovative, scalable, and aligned to client needs.As the Solution Lead, you are the design authority - you own the "what" we build with and for our clients. You'll have the final say on technical design decisions, ensuring we deliver the right, future-proof solutions. You will work as part of a client leadership alongside the Delivery Lead (who owns the "when") and the Client Lead (who owns the "why").You'll define solution architectures, make critical technical decisions, and guide our technical teams. You'll be the go-to technical expert for clients, leading pre-sales discovery, defining solution patterns, and providing authoritative technical leadership throughout delivery.We're seeking someone with a strong technical background in data engineering, data architecture, or a related data discipline. You should have broad experience across multiple data disciplines, with expertise in Cloud Platforms, Data Warehousing/Lakehouse design, and Data Engineering. Senior-level stakeholder management experience and the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly are essential.You will:Define and communicate the technical and architectural visions for the solutionDefine and articulate solutions or architecture that balance client objectives with technical excellenceLead technical solution design from discovery through to implementationGuide delivery teams toward the right solution approach, meeting performance, scalability, security and other quality standardsLead pre-sales technical discovery and contribute to proposalsDevelop solution patterns, architectural standards, and reusable frameworksIdentify and mitigate technical risks and dependenciesA bit about youBeing a consultant at Intuita means something a little different to being a consultant elsewhere, we like to hire like-minded people. We see ourselves as trusted partners to our clients and believe in transparency, quality, and integrity above all else, always pushing to deliver the best outcomes for our clients. We value collaboration and teamwork, working together to solve problems and share learnings. As a Solution Lead, you'll share these values but also bring your own personality and approach to the role. We're looking for someone who will be working hands-on, client facing with the following experience and qualities:Technical Expertise:5+ years in Data Engineering, Data Architecture, Analytics Engineering or related data disciplinesDeep expertise in modern data platforms (Databricks, GCP, Snowflake, Data Factory, Azure SQL)Proven experience designing Data Lakehouse architectures (ie Medallion)Proficiency in SQL, Python, and data transformation tools (DBT, Spark)Strong understanding of data modelling (Kimball, 3NF, Data Vault, dimensional)Knowledge of DataOps, CI/CD, and infrastructure as codeUnderstanding of data governance and data quality frameworksCross-Disciplinary Experience:Experience across multiple data disciplines (Engineering, Architecture, Modelling, Analytics, Visualisation, Governance) or at least an appreciation for the role of each discipline in a data transformation programmeProven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams (Data Engineers, Analytics Engineers, Analysts, BI Developers)Consultancy & Leadership:Track record leading complex data transformation projectsSenior-level stakeholder management and client-facing experienceDesign authority experience, making final decisions on solution designExperience in Delivery Lead and/or Client Lead capacities is highly advantageous Required Characteristics:Driven by quality and technical excellence with great attention to detailTakes ownership of complex technical challenges and finds innovative solutionsExcellent communicator across technical and non-technical audiencesQuick to understand client context and business landscapePragmatic problem-solver who balances technical idealism with business realityHands-on when needed - willing to get into the code and data, not just architect from afar The "Nice to Haves":Experience in telecommunications, healthcare, or financial services - advantageous but not essential if you can demonstrate applicable skills across industries What's in it for you? Salary: £circa £75,000 - £95,000 per annum Location: All our office locations considered: Newbury, Reading, London &