Position: Lead AWS Data Architect
Employment Type: Contract, Full time
Start: ASAP
Duration: 6 months initially – extension possible
Location: Hybrid – London
Languages: English

Focus on SAP is specialist SAP Recruitment organisation offering both permanent and contract staffing solutions on a global scale. 
 
Client – Partnered with a global consulting partner that is recognised by SAP as a trusted implementation partner.
 
Role – This is a great opportunity for an experienced Lead AWS Data Architect to join a large ongoing AWS Cloud transformation programme and be part of complex projects activities.

Key Skills/Knowledge:

• 15+ years focused on AWS Cloud, Data technology, and related areas.
• Architecture Governance: Establish architectural principles, guidelines, and standards following industry best practices aligned with customer objectives.
• Design Authority: tri-party Design and Architecture Governance, ensuring Reference Architecture and Design Patterns are properly defined, assessed, and documented.
• Cloud Strategy: Lead Cloud technology strategy and IT governance initiatives for Data and Integration Platforms.
• Data Management: Design patterns for Data Ingestion, Transformation, Integration, Streaming, and Warehousing to drive effective data product delivery.
• Assess and advise on optimal use of technology stacks, including AWS infrastructure, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), version control, Kafka, and monitoring/logging tools.
• In-depth knowledge to recommend the best industry tools, products, and solutions to meet strategic customer objectives.
• Consulting background is a must.
• Strong communication skills (oral & written)
• Rights to work in the UK is must (No Sponsorship available)

Core responsibilities:

• Partner with the Customer Architecture team to outline and establish the Reference Architecture and Strategic Roadmap.
• Support Platform Architecture, ensuring all shared components comply with architectural standards and established guidelines.
• Engage with stakeholders—such as analysts, developers, business leaders, and internal data architects—to comprehend and address data needs.
• Facilitate smooth data integration across various systems and platforms.
• Set and uphold data standards and best practices to maintain data quality and consistency.
• Develop processes to track and enhance data quality, accuracy, and completeness.
• Define and implement data governance policies to manage data resources effectively.
• Design and enforce security protocols to safeguard sensitive information and ensure regulatory adherence.
• Align deliverables with Business Analyst standards, documenting them within approved repositories or tools.
• Coach and support Data Technical Architects within the Data Products Delivery team.

Should you be interested in being considered for this position and would like to discuss further.

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