Lead Data Architect – Malvern NEW

Matchtech

Our client, a leading organisation in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Lead Data Architect to join their team in Malvern. This permanent position is an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and play a crucial role in the company’s data architecture strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mapping and documenting data flows, identifying where unstructured and structured data resides and how it moves within and between systems
• Designing and maintaining data architecture, defining how data is structured, stored, and accessed across systems
• Blending strategy and delivery to refine the target architecture and roadmap, establishing standards and governance
• Working closely with engineering to ensure designs are buildable, testable, and supportable

Job Requirements:

• Extensive experience in data architecture, including ownership of architecture on complex programmes
• The proven ability to evolve established architecture through clear roadmaps, standards, patterns, and governance
• Strong knowledge of data governance: metadata, lineage, data quality, stewardship, and lifecycle management
• The capacity to lead engineers with clear technical direction, pragmatic decisions, and mentoring in a multidisciplinary environment
• Experience designing and governing architecture for constrained environments
• Operating as a Data Architect with a security mindset

Benefits:

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance, and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets, and much more
• Proud to support the Armed Forces community, honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering opportunities, helping charities and the local community

Are you ready to be a part of the future? Join our client’s innovative team in Malvern and make a significant impact on cutting-edge defence technology. Apply now to take on this exciting and rewarding role as a Lead Data Architect.