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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.

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Salary range
£40k – £130k
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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

A typical day for 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

£40k – £130k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 16 priced live listings on the board. Base salary only.

By seniority
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Skills & tools

What hiring managers ask for

% of 23 live listings that mention each skill, extracted from job descriptions.

Oracle
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SQL Server
100%
Data Factory
100%
Fabric
100%
RDBMS
100%
Cloud
100%
AI
100%
Data Modeling
100%
Data Governance
100%
LLD
100%
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

23 live roles

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Data Architect

As a Data Architect, you will lead the transformation of the company's data landscape by defining and implementing enterprise data models, consolidating systems, and supporting AI adoption. You will work closely with EA, DQ teams, and other stakeholders to ensure data architecture aligns with business goals and modern cloud-based systems.

The Associates Global Chaucer, London, United Kingdom £85,000 – £90,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Data Architect

As a Data Architect, you will lead the design and implementation of enterprise-wide data architecture, ensuring data is treated as a strategic asset. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions, focusing on data quality, security, and governance. This role involves leading the design of data platforms, including cloud solutions and data warehouses, and mentoring data professionals.

Hays Technology Wakefield, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa
On-site Permanent Flexible
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Snowflake / Data Architect - London, Wembley

This role involves designing and implementing data architecture for a multinational organisation, focusing on Snowflake platform design, data governance, and AI readiness. Key responsibilities include defining data modelling standards, orchestrating cross-cloud data pipelines, ensuring data security, and optimising data infrastructure for machine learning consumption.

Adecco London, United Kingdom £80,000 – £90,000 pa
On-site Permanent
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Data Architect - Azure Migration

The Data Architect will lead the migration of a legacy data platform to Microsoft Azure, defining the end-to-end strategy, designing scalable data models, and providing technical leadership. This role involves analysing the current data landscape, creating actionable migration plans, and working closely with stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition.

Adecco Birmingham, West Midlands (county), United Kingdom £650 – £750 pd
Hybrid Contract
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Data Architect - Bristol Opportunity

Your new companyThey are a specialist insurance and risk solutions provider, supporting clients with tailored coverage and expert advice across a range of sectors. The business is known for its client-focused approach, strong market relationships and commitment to delivering practical,...

HAYS Specialist Recruitment Bristol, United Kingdom £80,000 – £88,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Senior Data Architect

The Senior Data Architect will work within multidisciplinary Agile teams to design and deliver user-centred digital solutions, ensuring data is accessible, secure, and optimised. Key responsibilities include defining enterprise-level data architecture, engaging with stakeholders, and delivering scalable data solutions integrated with business systems and processes. The role combines technical expertise with client-facing consultancy and leadership responsibilities.

Owen Reed Manchester, United Kingdom £57,000 – £72,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Data Architect

This role involves leading the data function of a charitable organization, focusing on data governance, architecture, and delivery of a cloud-hosted data warehouse. You will work closely with an outsourced data warehouse partner and internal stakeholders to ensure data quality, compliance, and literacy across the organization.

Asset Resourcing London, United Kingdom £65,000 – £75,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Data Architect

The Data Architect will play a pivotal role in establishing a new data practice, shaping the enterprise data architecture, and leading the design and implementation of a new data platform. Key responsibilities include defining data architecture standards, building a team of data professionals, and ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks in a highly regulated environment.

Matchtech Harlow, United Kingdom £40,000 – £60,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required
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Data Architect

As a Data Architect at Vertical Aerospace, you will be responsible for defining and maintaining the target data architecture, ensuring consistency and scalability across enterprise and time-series domains. You will work closely with data engineers, BI developers, and software teams to design and implement data models, pipelines, and platform components, while also contributing hands-on to development and ensuring best practices in data quality and governance.

Vertical Aerospace Bristol, United Kingdom £50,000 – £80,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Data Architect

As a Data Architect, you will shape the data strategy and architecture of the organisation, working across various business domains to ensure data solutions align with enterprise standards. You'll collaborate with technical architects, agile teams, and stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable, and compliant data architectures, supporting strategic goals and fostering knowledge sharing within the data architecture community.

Triad Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £75,000 – £80,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Flexible Clearance Required
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Data Architect

As a Data Architect, you will lead the strategic integration of agentic AI and large language models across the enterprise, defining governance frameworks and advising senior stakeholders. You will collaborate with external AI providers, mentor senior architects, and ensure compliance with enterprise standards.

Experis Croydon, London, United Kingdom £700 – £750 pd
Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Data Architect

This role involves designing and implementing scalable data and AI solutions on Databricks, defining reference architectures and best practices, and ensuring strong data governance and security. You will work closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical designs and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver production-grade solutions.

Qualient Technology Solutions UK Limited London, United Kingdom £70,000 – £120,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Data Architect / Modeler - Basildon, UK

Role: Data Architect / ModelerType: PERM / SubconLocation: Basildon, UKWorking Model: Fully Onsite (5 Days in office per week)PERM Salary: 70 - 72K GBP/AnnumSubcon Payrate: OpenAbout the Role: Are you an expert in shaping enterprise data ecosystems? We are currently...

Randstad Technologies Recruitment Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom £70,000 – £72,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Data Architect

Data ArchitectNcounter is supporting a specialist consultancy delivering into highly sensitive National Security and Defence programmes, now seeking a DV Cleared Data Architect to join a high-impact transformation initiative. This contract requires 3 days per week onsite on the South...

Ncounter Dorset, United Kingdom £750 – £850 pd
Hybrid Contract Part-time Clearance Required

Senior Data Architect

Senior Data Architect - hybrid London - £75,000 - 90,000 plus 15% cash flex (guaranteed income and can be taken as cash or used to buy extra benefits) plus bonusThe Senior Data Architect provides end‑to‑end ownership of data architecture across...

Damia Group London, United Kingdom £75,000 – £90,000 pa
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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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Bristol

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Birmingham

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Manchester

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Milton Keynes

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Basildon

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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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