Data Architect
Venesky-Brown’s client, is currently looking to recruit a Data Architect for an initial short term contract (20 working days) on a rate of £600/day (Outside IR35). This role will be remote.
Essential skills
- Expert knowledge of enterprise data and analytics architecture, including data modelling, governance, metadata, lineage, master data management, data quality, interoperability and information architecture.
- Significant experience designing and delivering enterprise data platforms, data warehouses/lakehouses, ETL/ELT processes, APIs, data pipelines and cloud integration solutions.
- Advanced technical skills in SQL, Python, Power BI and enterprise data governance tools.
Strong understanding of AI-enabled data platforms, including Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), AI agents, Vector Search and Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), with knowledge of associated governance, security and architectural requirements.
- Proven experience delivering large-scale data transformation programmes using cloud and enterprise technologies such as Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Services, SQL Server and Snowflake.
- Experience evaluating, selecting and implementing enterprise data, analytics, integration and governance platforms, and developing strategic technology roadmaps.
Desirable skills
- Professional certifications in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Snowflake, TOGAF, CDMP or equivalent industry-recognised frameworks.
- Experience leading enterprise-wide data strategy, governance maturity and AI adoption initiatives within complex organisations.
- Knowledge of semantic modelling, metadata catalogue solutions and advanced analytics ecosystems.
- Experience supporting the adoption of emerging AI and data technologies in highly regulated environments.