Data Architect

Net Talent
Edinburgh
3 months ago
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Net Talent Partners is excited to present a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent BI Data Architect to join a forward‑thinking organisation based in Edinburgh, Scotland. This role is ideal for experienced professionals who are passionate about harnessing data to drive strategic decisions and who have a strong background in Power BI. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s BI landscape, ensuring data integrity, clarity, and accessibility while supporting innovative data solutions. We are seeking a candidate with a solid understanding of data manipulation and ETL processes, along with expertise in SQL, to deliver insightful business intelligence solutions that align with organisational goals.



  • Design, develop, and optimise BI solutions using Power BI, Tableau, or Fabric to meet business requirements.
  • Develop and maintain ETL workflows to extract, transform, and load data from diverse sources.
  • Utilise SQL for data querying, data modelling, and ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into effective data visualisations and reporting tools.
  • Implement best practices for data manipulation, data governance, and data security within BI solutions.
  • Maintain and enhance existing BI infrastructure, ensuring reliability and performance.
  • Stay updated with industry developments to recommend innovative approaches to data analysis and reporting.
  • Proven experience working in BI and data manipulation roles, with a strong focus on Power BI and SQL.
  • Excellent knowledge of data extraction, transformation, and loading processes (ETL).
  • Strong understanding of data visualisation tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Fabric.
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non‑technical stakeholders.
  • Attention to detail with a proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable organisation committed to leveraging data for strategic growth. The role offers a competitive salary package, ongoing professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a collaborative environment that values innovation and technical excellence. If you are ready to take on a challenge that will utilise your BI expertise and support your career growth, we encourage you to consider this exciting opportunity.


Take the next step in your career by applying now; we are eager to support you in finding your perfect match and advancing your professional journey.


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