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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
49
Salary range
£58k – £120k
Hiring companies
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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 111 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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

What hiring managers ask for

% of 119 listings posted in the last 12 months that mention each skill, extracted from job descriptions.

Data Governance
63%
Data Architecture
61%
Data Modelling
48%
Azure
34%
Databricks
30%
SQL
27%
AWS
23%
CI/CD
17%
Microsoft Fabric
17%
Metadata Management
16%
Python
16%
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

49 live roles

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Data Architect

The Data Architect will shape and drive enterprise-wide data architecture, working closely with senior stakeholders to align technical delivery with strategic priorities. Responsibilities include designing scalable data solutions, leading data modelling and governance initiatives, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Tenth Revolution Group Preston, United Kingdom £65,000 – £85,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Data Architect

The Data Architect role involves designing and delivering modern Azure-based data solutions, leading the development of scalable and secure data platforms, and collaborating with business and technical stakeholders. You will shape end-to-end data architectures, define data models and pipelines, and support pre-sales activities, working in a fast-growing data consultancy environment.

Tenth Revolution Group Manchester, United Kingdom £100,000 – £125,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Principal Data Architect DV Cleared

Principal Data Architect, DV ClearedSecure Government & Defence ProgrammesUK | Hybrid + Client Site🚨 Active DV clearance required, non-negotiableDatatech Analytics is supporting a leading UK technology and consulting organisation delivering mission-critical data platforms across defence, national security and highly classified...

Datatech London, United Kingdom

Lead Data Architect / Lead Data Engineer - Azure Databricks | Energy Trading

Lead the design and technical implementation of a modern Azure Databricks Lakehouse platform within a major Energy & Utilities transformation programme. Drive best practices in scalable data engineering, building robust Spark and Delta Lake pipelines for both streaming and batch workloads while mentoring engineers and shaping future-state data architecture.

Broster Buchanan Wc2N5Du, WC2N 5DU, United Kingdom £600 – £675 pd
Remote Contract

Lead Technical Data Architect

The role involves leading data architecture teams in discovering, documenting, and transforming legacy data feeds to AWS. It focuses on creating clear target-state designs, safe decommissioning strategies, and ensuring architectural consistency across a complex environment. The use of AI-enabled tools for accelerating analysis and artefact production, combined with strong governance and stakeholder engagement, is central to this position.

Hays Technology Telford, Shropshire, SY2 5TN, United Kingdom £750 pd
Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Senior Manager Architect - Data

As a Senior Manager Architect in Data at Capital One, you will lead the technical direction and evolution of the company's cloud-based data ecosystem. You will shape the architecture for distributed data processing, storage, and consumption, while fostering innovation and collaboration across various teams including Engineers, Data Scientists, and Data Governance associates.

Capital One Tower, Greater London, City And County Of the City Of London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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Hiring locations

Where this role is hiring

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

London

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17 open

Manchester

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2 open

Edinburgh

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2 open

Nottingham

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2 open

Preston

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2 open

Leeds

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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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