Lead Data Architect
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom | 2 days per week | £100,000‑£110,000 per annum
One of our long‑standing clients in the private investment space is building out their data capability and is hiring a Principal Data Architect on a permanent basis. The benefits are genuinely strong, including 40 days holiday, a 20 % pension, private healthcare, a share scheme and a list of other perks.
This role suits someone who enjoys being hands‑on with technology but also wants influence and ownership. You will design the data architecture that supports everything from reporting and analytics through to operational systems, working with engineering and senior stakeholders to define how data is modelled, integrated, stored and governed across the business. There is a lot of room to shape the direction of things, and new ideas and tools are encouraged. The long‑term plan is for this position to move towards a Head of role and take on team leadership alongside the Head of Engineering.
Experience & Requirements
* Solid background in Data Architecture
* Hands‑on experience across data and software design
* Experience with cloud data platforms, preferably Microsoft Fabric
* Experience with modern data warehousing
* Strong data modelling skills across relational and NoSQL
* Experience with governance, metadata, master data and integration including ETL/ELT and API‑based approaches
NO SPONSORSHIP can be offered for this role.
Employment details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Information Technology
* Industries: IT System Design Services
RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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