Ready to jump-start your career at the UK's biggest bingo site? Do you thrive on designing scalable data architecture? Then you might just be the perfect fit for the Tombola family! We’re not just any online gaming site; we’re the UK's biggest, and we pride ourselves on a culture of creativity and collaboration.
We're on the hunt for a talented and enthusiastic Data Architect to join our fantastic Data team in Sunderland. This isn't just a job; it’s a chance to make a massive impact on millions of players!
Responsibilities
* Defining and maintaining the brand's data architecture vision and roadmap, aligning with group strategy.
* Designing and implementing modern, scalable architectures, including Lakehouse, event-driven, and real-time/streaming solutions.
* Developing and maintaining enterprise data models (conceptual, logical, physical) and promoting data-as-a-product principles.
* Providing hands‑on technical guidance on data design and integration to Data Engineering, BI, and Data Science teams.
* Driving the adoption of tools like Alation (cataloguing) and Monte Carlo (observability) to ensure data quality and lineage.
Qualifications
* Proven experience as a Data Architect, Solution Architect, or Senior Data Engineer in a cloud environment (preferably AWS).
* Expertise in data modelling (Dimensional, Data Vault, Enterprise).
* Strong knowledge of AWS data services (S3, Redshift, Glue, Kinesis, Lambda, etc.).
* Experience in Data Strategy and Data Governance.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Nice‑to‑Haves
* Experience with Monte Carlo, Alation, or similar metadata/observability tools.
* Knowledge of event streaming, API integration, and MLOps.
* Experience in regulated, high‑volume industries (gaming, finance, or e‑commerce).
* Proficiency with integration/orchestration tools like Airflow and dbt.
Why this role
You’ll be making a huge impact on our products, player experience, and internal processes. This is a brilliant opportunity to help shape the direction of our team and technology stack, working alongside a team that values innovation, creativity, and a genuinely great work‑life balance.
Ready to take the next step at Tombola? If you're passionate about gaming and ready to make a real impact on millions of players, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now and let's make some magic together!
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