Data Architect - Central Government

Full-time Computer Occupations

JOB DESCRIPTION

What you'll be doing:

We are seeking a Data Architect to lead the design and delivery of secure, cloud-based data platforms for UK Central Government departments. The role combines architectural strategy with delivery oversight – shaping target-state architectures while ensuring they are implemented pragmatically within regulated, security-conscious environments. 

This position will suit an architect who can move comfortably between traditional enterprise data approaches and modern patterns such as lakehouse, streaming, data mesh and ML-enabled platforms – and who values clarity, governance and technical rigour. 

Candidates must be eligible for SC clearance (existing SC clearance desirable). 

What experience you'll bring:

Leadership:

Recent experience as a Lead Data Architect / Data Solutions Architect or equivalent senior role.

Demonstrated ownership of end-to-end data platform de...