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Design and oversee the creation of complex data systems. A critical role in shaping how organisations store, process, and utilise data.

Open roles
34
Salary range
£58k – £120k
Hiring companies
23
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Data Architects are the visionaries behind an organisation's data infrastructure. They design, model, and implement the data architecture that underpins data pipelines, warehouses, and lakes. This role is crucial for ensuring that data is accessible, secure, and scalable, enabling businesses to make informed decisions. Data Architects work closely with data engineers, data scientists, and business stakeholders to align technical solutions with strategic goals.

What the role does

Inside the role of a Data Architect

A typical week for a Data Architect is a mix of strategic planning, technical design, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

  1. 01
    Design and optimise data models and schemas.
  2. 02
    Collaborate with data engineers to implement data pipelines.
  3. 03
    Review and approve data architecture designs.
  4. 04
    Conduct data governance and compliance checks.
  5. 05
    Engage with business stakeholders to understand data needs.
  6. 06
    Document and communicate data architecture decisions.
Salary on the board

£58k – £120k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 110 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

Salary visibility
56% of listings advertise a salary.
By seniority
£k base
Senior
58
120
70 jobs
Lead
82
123
5 jobs
Skills & tools

What hiring managers ask for

% of 113 listings posted in the last 12 months that mention each skill, extracted from job descriptions.

Data Architecture
64%
Data Governance
63%
Data Modelling
47%
Azure
35%
Databricks
27%
AWS
24%
SQL
24%
Metadata Management
17%
Python
17%
CI/CD
14%
Data Warehousing
13%
Enterprise Architecture
13%
Career ladder

From Junior to Principal

A typical UK progression for data architects. Years are guidance — strong people move faster, and many senior folks sidestep into research, product or management.

  1. Level 1

    Junior Data Architect

    0–2 yrs

    Assists in designing and documenting data architecture components under supervision.

  2. Level 2

    Data Architect

    3–5 yrs

    Leads the design and implementation of data architecture for specific projects or domains.

  3. Level 3

    Senior Data Architect

    6–8 yrs

    Oversees the entire data architecture strategy and ensures alignment with business objectives.

  4. Level 4

    Principal Data Architect

    9+ yrs

    Provides strategic direction for the organisation's data architecture and mentors junior architects.

Pathway

How to become a Data Architect

There's no single route, but most people follow some version of these steps.

  1. 1

    Learn Data Fundamentals

    Gain a solid understanding of data structures, databases, and data management principles.

  2. 2

    Specialise in Data Architecture

    Focus on data architecture concepts, tools, and best practices. Consider certifications like Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP).

  3. 3

    Gain Practical Experience

    Work on real-world projects to design and implement data solutions. Collaborate with data engineers and scientists.

  4. 4

    Lead Data Projects

    Take ownership of data architecture projects, ensuring they meet business requirements and technical standards.

  5. 5

    Strategic Role

    Move into a strategic role, shaping the organisation's data architecture strategy and leading a team of data professionals.

  6. 6

    Mentor and Innovate

    Mentor junior architects and drive innovation in data architecture practices and technologies.

Live jobs

34 live roles

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Data Architect

This role involves owning the architecture and design of enterprise-scale SAS solutions, including legacy SAS and modern SAS Viya environments. You will define integration patterns, provide architectural governance, and shape migration strategies, acting as the technical authority for SAS-related decisions.

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler Telford, Shropshire, SY2 5TN, United Kingdom £600 – £640 pd
Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Data Architect

This role involves designing and evolving enterprise data architecture within a hybrid cloud and on-premise environment, with a focus on building Common Data Models in Microsoft Fabric and integrating diverse data sources. The Data Architect will establish scalable data integration patterns, support unified data views, and drive data governance and metadata management initiatives. It's a strategic position influencing large-scale data transformation across customer and property data domains.

Hays Technology Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £550 pd
Hybrid Contract

Data Architect

This role involves designing and delivering enterprise-scale cloud data platforms for the insurance and financial services sectors. The Data Architect will lead data modernization, cloud migration, and Lakehouse architecture initiatives using AWS and Databricks, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The position requires deep expertise in data governance, security, and insurance-specific data models.

Randstad Technologies Recruitment London, United Kingdom £80,000 – £85,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Data Architect

Location: London (Hybrid - 1-2 days per week onsite)Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 + Excellent BenefitsJob Type: PermanentAre you an experienced Data Architect looking to shape the future of enterprise data platforms?We're working with a leading global organisation that is investing...

83zero London, City And County Of the City Of London, United Kingdom £90,000 – £100,000 pa

Data Architect

The Data Architect will define and govern enterprise data architecture, designing scalable data models and integration patterns across cloud and on-prem platforms. They will lead architectural decisions, ensure compliance and security, and collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to support analytics and reporting. The role emphasizes technical leadership within a modern data environment using Microsoft Fabric and Azure.

Sellick Partnership Bedfordshire, United Kingdom £675 – £775 pd

Data Architect

Design and lead the development of complex data architectures across hybrid environments, ensuring robustness, governance, and integration from source to consumption. Guide delivery teams on technical decisions, data modelling, and modern engineering practices including Agile and DevOps. Focus on scalable solutions for data lakes, warehouses, and analytics platforms with an emphasis on security, metadata, and lineage.

Lawrence Harvey Shropshire, United Kingdom £650 – £750 pd
Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Data Architect

The Data Architect will define and maintain data architecture principles, standards, and models to support organisational data needs across Luton Borough Council. This role involves designing integrated data solutions, ensuring governance and security compliance, and providing technical leadership to data engineers and analysts. The architect will work across multiple systems to enable coherent, scalable, and secure data platforms that support analytics and decision-making.

Connect2Luton Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom £700 pd
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Data Architect

Data Architect* 2-month contract (initially)* Remote Working* Outside IR35* Market Rates (c£550 per day)The Opportunity:Our client is supporting a major UK Government Department on a strategically important Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance initiative and is seeking an experienced Data Architect (SFIA...

ISR Recruitment United Kingdom £525 – £550 pd
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Where this role is hiring

The locations with the most live listings for this role today.

London

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17 open

Milton Keynes

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2 open

Manchester

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1 open

Luton

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1 open

Preston

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1 open
FAQs

Common questions

  • Essential skills include a strong understanding of data models, database design, ETL processes, and data governance. Proficiency in SQL and data warehousing tools is also crucial.

  • Data Architects collaborate with data engineers to ensure that the designed data architecture is implemented correctly. They provide technical guidance and review the implementation to align with strategic goals.

  • A Data Architect focuses on designing the overall data infrastructure, while a Data Engineer builds and maintains the data pipelines and systems based on the architect's designs.

  • A Senior Data Architect oversees the entire data architecture strategy, ensures alignment with business objectives, and mentors junior architects. They also engage with business stakeholders to understand and meet data needs.

  • For specific salary information, please refer to the salary section on this page, which is updated with live job listings.

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