Data Architect TLNT1 NI

Data Architect (Microsoft Fabric) Senior architecture role leading the design of an enterprise data platform Microsoft Fabric, OneLake, Lakehouse, Power BI Direct Lake and Purview Belfast / Hybrid A rare chance to set the target architecture and standards for a modern Fabric platform About the Company Our client is global leader within the Data Engineering space. They are investing in a modern data platform built on Microsoft Fabric, and this role sits at the heart of that programme. It is a stable, well-established business where architecture is given a genuine voice and good work has a visible impact across the organisation. The Role You will provide architectural leadership for the data platform, defining how data is stored, integrated, governed and consumed across Microsoft Fabric. This is a hands-on design authority role, you will set the target architecture, establish the standards others build to, and make sure scalability, security and governance are considered from the start rather than bolted on later. You will work closely with data engineers, analysts, platform teams and business stakeholders, translating business needs into a coherent enterprise data model and a reusable set of governed data products. You will thrive here if you enjoy shaping a platform from the ground up and want your decisions to define how a whole organisation uses its data. Key Responsibilities Define and own the target Microsoft Fabric architecture, including OneLake, Lakehouse and Medallion standards Lead the development of the Enterprise Data Model, defining canonical business entities and information structures Design integration and ETL patterns, along with the core design principles for the data platform Establish architecture standards for enterprise data products, semantic modelling and Direct Lake reporting Ensure alignment between source systems, data products, semantic models and reporting assets Define standards for Microsoft Purview and OneCatalog to support lineage, metadata management and discoverability Embed governance and stewardship requirements within the platform design Assess the impact of source system changes and manage architecture risks and dependencies Contribute to architecture governance and design authority activities What You'll Need Essential 10+ years of experience in data architecture, with a track record of designing enterprise data platforms Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric, OneLake and Lakehouse architecture Proven ETL design experience and a solid understanding of Medallion architecture Experience with Power BI Direct Lake and semantic model design Working knowledge of Microsoft Purview and OneCatalog for governance and metadata management Experience defining enterprise data models and data product approaches The confidence to set standards and communicate architectural decisions to technical and business audiences Full right to work in the UK Nice to have Experience running or contributing to a formal design authority Background in migrating legacy data estates onto Microsoft Fabric Why Apply? £ Hybrid Excellent pension, health cover and bonus Ownership of the target data architecture for a major platform programme A stable organisation with strong progression opportunities and excellent staff retention Work at the forefront of the Microsoft Fabric ecosystem, building skills that are in high demand Interested? Connect with Ryan Quinn on LinkedIn or send your CV to for a confidential conversation. Skills: Python AWS SQL Benefits: Bonus Pension

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