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Location(s): UK, Europe & Africa : UK : LondonBAE Systems Digital Intelligence is home to 4,500 digital, cyber and intelligence experts. We work collaboratively across 10 countries to collect, connect and understand complex data, so that governments, nation states, armed forces and commercial businesses can unlock digital advantage in the most demanding environments.Job Title: Data ArchitectLocation: London - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular roleGrade: GG10-GG11Referral Bonus: 5000What You'll Be Doing Analyses requirements and designs to understand how data is used, manipulated and processed.Experience of data modelling, particularly in the context of a system that stores data primarily using relational databases.Strong SQL skills, prior experience with PostgreSQL is particularly beneficial. Ability to code in Python and/or Java.Experience with any of Elastic Search/Open Search, AWS data storage technologies and Apache Kafka would be highly desirable.Uses appropriate software development tools: e.g. version control, CI pipelines.Strong knowledge of industry standard disciplines and best practices.Skills & Experience: Is able to understand, review, contribute to or construct data models and designs, and is capable of building code in line with designsIs aware of data compliance and legal considerations around storage and analysis of data, e.g. data protection, security and privacyConsiders the maintainability of the code they are developingContinually increases knowledge and experience of languages, frameworks, technical concepts and methodsContinually increases knowledge and experience of the data domainUses appropriate data development methods, languages, libraries and techniques and applies these to development tasks to achieve the most effective outcomeEnsures that high quality and delivery standards are met and consistently delivers quality code on time and within estimates, including acceptable unit test coverageIs able to review the code of others and provide constructive feedbackHas an understanding of other areas of the development lifecycle, e.g. test and supportDemonstrates an understanding of the importance of project/sprint plans and endeavours to estimate accuratelyIs able to work as part of a development team, collaborating with other team members and participates in technical discussions and conversations with customersTreats team members and colleagues with respect, encouraging and motivating othersDemonstrates the ability to reflect on and improve personal performanceUpholds our reputation with clients by displaying professional behaviours in all circumstancesThe Public Sector TeamWe work hard and often go the extra mile, but we recognise people's efforts and that everyone has a life outside of work. We encourage people to speak up if they want to rotate to a new project.BenefitsAs well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offer employee share plan, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits including including a green care scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.Why BAE Systems?This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture which values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently under-represented within our industry including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individualsWe also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions such as your nationality, any nationalities which you previously may have held and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are able to perform within the organisation.All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.Life at BAE Systems Digital IntelligenceWe are embracing Hybrid Working. This means you and your colleagues may be working in different locations, such as from home, another BAE Systems office or client site, some or all of the time, and work might be going on at different times of the day.By embracing technology, we can interact, collaborate and create together, even when we're working remotely from one another. Hybrid Working allows for increased flexibility in when and where we work, helping us to balance our work and personal life more effectively, and enhance well-being.Diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of BAE Systems Digital Intelligence. We are proud to have an organisational culture where employees with varying perspectives, skills, life experiences and backgrounds - the best and brightest minds - can work together to achieve excellence and realise individual and organisational potential.

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