Location
Edinburgh – based in the Edinburgh office for a minimum of three days a week, with flexibility to work from home.
Job Description
Computershare has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Data Architect to join our Global Technology team based in Edinburgh. This role offers the chance to work in a global department supporting a business‑wide digital transformation programme and to be part of building our Global Technology hub in Edinburgh.
Role and Key Responsibilities
As our Lead Data Architect, you provide strategic and technical leadership for the design and delivery of Computershare’s new enterprise data platform built on Microsoft Fabric. You will define and govern the data architecture, set direction for how the data is modelled, integrated, governed and delivered, and ensure that data becomes a trusted, high‑value asset across the business. You will be accountable for shaping the long‑term architecture vision, aligning it with the business and data strategy to deliver a platform that supports high‑volume data management, analytics, regulatory compliance and trusted insights.
* Defining our strategic target data architecture and roadmap, aligning them to the business, data strategy and objectives.
* Facilitating collaborative architecture decision‑making, partnering and engaging with key business and digital leaders to evolve Computershare’s long‑term architectural direction.
* Building strong relationships with partners, vendors, technology leaders and industry thought leaders.
* Designing and embedding Data Platform Patterns that include Data Governance, Analytics, Engineering, master data management and Visualisation in a Cloud and SaaS ecosystem, ideally using Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Purview, Azure Machine Learning, Power BI.
* Architecting customer‑centric, high‑performance, secure, robust and sustainable end‑to‑end digital product solutions and services that deliver business value.
Qualifications & Skills
With this role being a key part of our Architecture team, you will have experience managing and building excellent stakeholder relationships with people at all levels and a passion for Data Architecture & Technology. You should possess:
* Proficiency in a range of data and analytics tools in a cloud and SaaS ecosystem (including Azure, Microsoft Fabric, PySpark, Power BI and Purview).
* Comprehensive knowledge of the data lifecycle, including BI analysis, data engineering, data science and data governance processes.
* A comprehensive understanding of operational data flow standards and documentation.
* Solid experience applying data and analytics within fintech or financial services, understanding the unique challenges and opportunities in these sectors.
* Strong capability in explaining and embedding a data‑focused pattern‑based approach, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation.
* Demonstrated ability to use data‑driven insights to make significant contributions to business growth, operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Benefits and Rewards
Flexible work: Find the best balance between work and lifestyle.
Health and wellbeing rewards tailored to support you and your family.
Invest in our business: Set aside salary to purchase shares in the company, with a company contribution.
Extra rewards: Recognition awards, team get‑togethers and opportunities to invest in your future.
About Us
We’re a global leader in financial administration with over 11,000 employees across more than 22 countries. At Computershare, our open and inclusive culture means we help you grow, move forward and make the most of our world of opportunities.
Fairness and Culture
We’re dedicated to providing you with the opportunity to succeed on your own merits, starting from the application process and continuing throughout your career with us. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued, to remove barriers and obstacles and ensure equal opportunities for all. For support with accommodations or adjustments during our recruitment process please visit computershare.com/access for further information.
About The Team
Our Technology Services team welcomes new ideas and approaches, equipping every individual to create change. We are a rapidly evolving and diverse global business with plenty to learn, explore and opportunities to progress along.
Sound like the type of role for you? Apply today!
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