Data and Analytics Senior Data Architect for a large public sector organisation
Contract Duration: 12 months, with a possible 12-month extension
Pay Rate: £630 per day (Inside IR35)
We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Architect to join a dynamic team for an exciting 12-month contract, with the potential for extension. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the data foundations of a travel app, ensuring a smooth and efficient delivery of the client’s flagship product.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Senior Data Architect, you will play a crucial role in shaping and implementing data strategies. Your responsibilities will include:
- Analysing existing data sets to determine structure and purpose
- Creating data models, data dictionaries, data lineage, and detailed data mapping artifacts.
- Collaborating with internal and third-party teams to implement effective data strategies
- Utilising knowledge of data modelling tools, relational and NoSQL databases, SQL, JSON, and JSON Schema
- Designing BI systems, managing slowly changing dimensions, late arriving data, and conflicting data sources
- Ensuring compliance with GDPR and implementing strategies for handling personal data
- Working with on-premise and Microsoft Azure technologies
- Staying updated on emerging data technologies
Key Skills and Experience:
To excel in this role, candidates should possess:
- Previous experience in large government projects or similar industries (travel, construction, etc.)
- Strong communication skills
- Experience interfacing between sub-system teams
- Agile development experience in a BI/Reporting project context
To support the role, the organisation will provide access to the following licenses and equipment:
- Microsoft Developers Network/License
- Microsoft Office 365
- Company-provided laptop