.We are looking for a **Data Architect** with **proven experience designing and implementing data platforms using Databricks**. In this mid-level role, you will play a critical part in architecting scalable data solutions that drive analytics, data science, and business intelligence efforts. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, analytics, and infrastructure teams to transform raw data into valuable enterprise assets. * Designing and implementing cloud-native data architectures using Databricks and technologies such as Delta Lake, Spark, and MLflow.* Developing and maintaining robust data pipelines, including batch and streaming workloads, to support data ingestion, processing, and consumption.* Collaborating with business stakeholders and analytics teams to define data requirements, data models, and data integration strategies.* Ensuring data architecture solutions are secure, scalable, and high performing, adhering to enterprise standards and best practices.* Leading technical efforts in data quality, metadata management, data cataloguing, and governance (including Unity Catalogue if applicable).* Providing technical guidance to junior engineers and analysts in the adoption of modern data architecture patterns.* Evaluating and recommending emerging tools and frameworks within the Databricks ecosystem and broader data engineering space.* Having a solid understanding of analytics engines and columnar databases to support performance-optimised data solutions.* Experience with full-text search platforms is highly desirable; familiarity with technologies like Elasticsearch or Solr is a strong advantage.* Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, **Information Systems**, **Engineering**, or a related field.* Deep expertise in **Databricks**, including **Spark (PySpark/Scala)**, **Delta Lake**, and orchestration within Databricks workflows.* Strong understanding of **cloud infrastructure** and **data services** on at least one major cloud platform (Azure preferred, but AWS or GCP also accepted).* Hands-on experience with **CI/CD pipelines**, version control (Git), and DevOps practices.* Solid understanding of **data governance**, **privacy**, and **security** best practices.Hands-on experience in **data architecture**, **data engineering**, or a similar role.Proficiency in **data modelling**, **SQL**, **data warehousing**, and **ETL frameworks**.* **Databricks certifications** (e.g., Data Engineer Associate/Professional).* Experience working in **regulated industries** (e.g., financial services, healthcare).* Exposure to **BI tools** (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and **data virtualisation** platforms.Familiarity with **Unity Catalogue**, **MLflow**, and **Lakehouse architecture** principles.* Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days.* Health screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefits* Wellbeing programs* Life assurance* Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme* Save As You Earn share option scheme.* Travel Season ticket loan.* Electric Vehicle Scheme* Optional Dental Insurance* Maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave* Employee Assistance Programme* Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children* RECARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you.* Access to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer.* Access to extensive learning and development resources* Access to the employee discounts scheme via Perks at WorkRELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive.Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions.Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.
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