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Senior/Lead Data Architect- London – hybrid 3 days p/week - £100,000-130,000

Futureheads
London
1 week ago
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Overview

Futureheads are exclusively partnered with a tech transformation consultancy who are looking to bring in two Senior/Lead Data Architects to help grow out their data service offering. One role requires previous experience working within the financial services sector specifically, and the other is open. This role will have you being a go-to person for clients, being involved in the pre-sales process, data solution architecture, and being an escalation point for all things data.

Responsibilities
  • Act as a go-to person for clients, involved in the pre-sales process and data solution architecture.
  • Lead pitches and presentations, helping clients understand their data needs and providing tailored solutions.
  • Design and implement robust data architectures using Data Bricks and Cloud Platforms.
  • Be an escalation point for all things data.
  • Although this role does not have direct reports, provide team leadership by mentoring more junior team members, sharing the latest data trends, and delivering thought leadership.
  • Be willing to be in London 2/3 days a week, either in the office or on client site.
Key requirements
  • Proven experience as a credible Data Architect with strong knowledge of data systems, AI and ML.
  • Strong commercial experience with Data Bricks and Cloud Technologies.
  • Experience working in consulting and comfortable in a client-facing role.
  • Experience leading pitches and engaging stakeholders.
  • Great communication skills.
  • A keen interest in the future of Data and ability to upskill others.

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you and to allow you to show your best self, let us know. We also understand that some people require extra time to complete assessments, require alternative application methods and can also benefit from having interview questions or a guide to the type of questions pre-interview. We are open to any suggestions or requests that you may have and are always looking for creative ways to assess talent. Our commitment to you is that you should always feel safe and secure when you’re working with us. Futureheads is a B Corp accredited digital recruitment agency based in London. We specialise in recruiting permanent, contract and freelance digital and tech professionals in creative, data, design, digital marketing, engineering, product, project and programme management, UX and service design jobs.


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