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ACTIVE SC - Lead Data Architect - £650pd Inside IR35

Boost Talent
2 hours ago
Contract
Surrey
United Kingdom

SC Cleared Lead Data Architect

£650 per day Inside IR35 | Active SC Clearance Required | Hybrid (Croydon) | Contract Until February 2027

A leading consultancy is seeking an experienced SC Cleared Lead Data Architect to join a large-scale government programme delivering complex data and integration capabilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Data Architect who can combine strong technical expertise with leadership skills, managing a team of architects whilst remaining hands-on with architectural design and governance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a team of approximately 10 architects.
  • Provide technical leadership across data and integration architecture workstreams.
  • Design and govern large-scale data solutions within complex enterprise environments.
  • Work closely with engineering teams to ensure architectural solutions support successful delivery.
  • Engage with business stakeholders, suppliers and technical teams to drive outcomes.
  • Collaborate with fellow Lead Architects and senior delivery stakeholders.
  • Promote architectural best practice, standards and engineering patterns.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Active SC Clearance.
  • Proven experience as a Lead Data Architect, Principal Data Architect or similar senior architecture role.
  • Strong background in Data Architecture and Integration Architecture.
  • Experience leading and mentoring architecture teams.
  • Experience working with big data platforms and large-scale integrations/interfaces.
  • Strong understanding of architecture frameworks, design principles and engineering patterns.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Technical Experience

Strong AWS experience including:

  • Amazon S3
  • Apache Kafka
  • Amazon MSK (Managed Streaming for Apache Kafka)
  • Other commonly used AWS services and integration technologies

Contract Details

  • Rate: £650 per day Inside IR35
  • Location: Hybrid, Croydon (ad hoc attendance required, not expected to be regular)
  • Start: ASAP (allowing for 4-6 weeks onboarding)
  • Duration: Until 26th February 2027
  • Clearance: Active SC Clearance required

This role will suit an experienced architecture leader who is comfortable operating in a complex, fast-moving environment and can provide both strategic direction and hands-on technical guidance.

Apply with your latest CV for immediate consideration.