Data Architect

Data Architect

La Fosse have partnered with a cutting-edge research body to recruit a Data Architect. You'd be joining at a pivotal time as the current architecture maturity level is low, so there's a really opportunity to help to build this up and design the new modern data platform.

You'll work with cross-functional teams to define data models, standards, and architecture to support advanced analytics, AI-driven diagnostics, and interoperability across systems. This role is ideal for someone passionate about applying data architecture to real-world health and life sciences challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and deliver scalable data architectures, standards, and models
• Translate complex requirements into robust design for research and operational use
• Support data engineering teams with guidance, mentoring, and hands-on collaboration
• Ensure data governance, quality, and compliance (including regulated environments)
• Produce architecture artefacts and ensure alignment via governance processes
• Contribute to a library of best practices, technical standards, and patterns
• Optimise data flows, lifecycle, and integration across platforms

Experience Required

• Proven experience designing modern data platforms
• Strong understanding of data governance, cataloguing, and data lifecycle
• Experience with cloud data platforms
• Agile delivery experience and strong stakeholder communication
• Experience architecting data in research or regulated healthcare settings

This is a hybrid role, requiring 3 days per week on site at the client's Oxford HQ.