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Cloud Data Manager


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  • Gambling Commission
  • Birmingham
  • 1 month ago
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Cloud Data Manager Job Reference ICT60 Location Birmingham Function Digital and Technology Status Full Time Job Type Permanent Hours Of Work 37 Cloud Data Manager-Job Description.docx More details Cloud Data Manager Birmingham This is a key role within the Digital & Technology team reporting directly to the Technical Delivery Manager. The role is predominantly concerned with the Commission’s data architecture and governance, aiming to enhance standardisation within systems and services across our Cloud platform. As a Cloud Data Manager, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing data solutions. Your tasks will include producing and maintaining data pipelines, managing data storage solutions, overseeing data processing, and facilitating seamless data integration. Additionally, your extensive data design skills may occasionally be required for projects outside of the core Azure environment. This role is crucial in leveraging cloud technologies to effectively manage and utilise data within the Gambling Commission. The Benefits: Salary of circa £26,000 Civil service pension, with an employer contribution rate of 28.9% Flexible working Hybrid working, specific guidelines are to be agreed with the line manager 26 days’ holiday, rising to 29 days after two years’ service, with the option to buy up to five days extra annual leave Key responsibilities You will: Maintain a close working relationship with both the Infrastructure and Research & Statistics teams. Take accountability for data storage strategies utilising Microsoft Azure's array of storage solutions, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure Blob Storage and more. Develop and maintain robust data pipelines for ingesting, transforming, and processing data from various sources. Oversee the implementation and management of data storage solutions, ensuring optimal performance, security, and compliance. Manage data processing workflows and tools to extract insights and derive value from large datasets. Facilitate seamless integration of data across systems and applications to enable cross-functional analysis and reporting. Continuously monitor and optimise data solutions to enhance performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR) and industry standards. Lead and mentor a team of DBAs and analysts, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. Lead and engage internal stakeholders to understand their data requirements and provide strategic guidance on leveraging cloud data services effectively Design scalable and efficient data solutions on the cloud platform. The above does not constitute an exhaustive list of duties. The post holder may be required to perform any reasonable tasks commensurate with the level of responsibility at the request of their manager. Skills and experience Essential: Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing data solutions on the cloud platforms. In-depth knowledge of Azure data services, including Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure Synapse Analytics, and Azure SQL Database. A proven track record in leading teams, communicating clear strategy and plans, giving a clear sense of direction to your team whilst developing and motivating them. Ability to create standards involving database architecture and governance, communicating, and getting buy in from senior stakeholders. Experience in maintaining the security, confidentiality and integrity of information systems through compliance with relevant legislation and regulations in line with secure by design principles. Experience of communicating complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience, building trust, engaging and managing expectations of stakeholders at all levels. Ability to regularly assess project progress to remove bottlenecks and improve the flow of the end-to-end delivery process. Desirable: Knowledge of the Government Digital Service Standard and service assessments. Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate or similar. Our Ways of Working Outcome-focused: We put consumers at the heart of everything we do. We take responsibility for an issue and moving it forward. We deliver results through working collaboratively. Reaching for ways to improve: We encourage feedback and ideas. We are committed to continuous improvement and are open to trying different ways of working. We celebrate successes and take responsibility when things go wrong. Respectful: We recognise every colleague’s contribution. We give each other timely constructive feedback. We all encourage challenge. Communicate well: We are clear and concise. We listen and check our understanding. We explain the reasons for decisions. Making this a great place to work: We all help to make the Commission a great place to work. We value and support each other. We demonstrate a positive attitude. About Us: Set up under the Gambling Act 2005, the Gambling Commission is committed to safeguarding the public against any detrimental impact brought about by gambling. We do this by keeping crime out, protecting children and vulnerable people and ensuring the commercial gambling industry is run fairly and openly. We work with the legal system, the public health system, community groups and the industry itself to understand how we can protect the interests of as many people as possible, as effectively as possible. The closing date for this role is 3rd November 2024. PLEASE NOTE: Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying. We are unable to provide sponsorship for visas currently. This role requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and obtain SC level security clearance. Incomplete applications will be discounted from shortlisting. Please ensure your application is fully completed and submitted before logging out of your account. We reserve the right to change the closing date depending on the number of responses received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered in the selection process. Send to Friend Apply Now

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