Overview
We are seeking a Cloud Data Architect (Azure) to lead the migration and evolution of our client’s Data & AI architecture into the Azure cloud. This pivotal role will design, implement, and communicate modern data solutions spanning data ingestion, storage, analytics, AI/ML, and governance—ensuring business and technical alignment at every stage.
You’ll collaborate across business and IT functions, shaping the future of data at scale in a regulated, financial services environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Own and drive the target Data & AI architecture migration to Azure, ensuring scalability, resilience, and security.
* Design end-to-end data solutions, including data ingestion, storage, modelling, warehousing, BI/analytics, advanced analytics, and predictive model lifecycle management.
* Partner with stakeholders across IT, Security, DevOps, and Business Data teams to ensure strategic alignment and clarity.
* Ensure compliance with architecture governance, security, and regulatory policies (including GDPR).
* Conduct technology assessments and proof-of-concepts to identify risks, cost efficiencies, and potential improvements.
* Champion the implementation of our client’s cloud strategy while supporting group-level principles.
What We’re Looking For
Technical Skills
* Data Lake & Lakehouse technologies
* Databricks, PowerBI, OpenShift
* Strong foundations in data engineering, data warehousing, BI/analytics.
* Practical knowledge of MLOps automation, model lifecycle management, and predictive model integration.
* Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, and .NET.
* Understanding of networking, hybrid cloud integration, and security infrastructure.
* Familiarity with data governance, security concepts (encryption, authentication, privacy-by-design).
Professional Skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication—able to bridge business and technical audiences.
* Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Analytical mindset with the ability to translate business needs into architecture requirements.
* Experience working in a regulated financial services environment is highly desirable.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Other
Industries
* IT Services and IT Consulting and Technology, Information and Media
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