Platform Architect
Insight Investment
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Manchester • United Kingdom
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About the role
- Define and continuously evolve the architectural vision for our Data Platform, ensuring it is scalable, resilient, and aligned with our enterprise-wide data strategy and long-term platform goals
- Representing the architectural perspective to integrate our Data Platform with our broader cloud estate. Advocate for seamless interoperability with wider applications and data flows and governance across the organisation
- Implement enterprise-wide Data and Master Data Management practices to ensure data integrity, quality, and compliance across the platform. Maintain consistent, trusted master data and support architectural decisions that promote data governance and regulatory standards
- Promote system and human access to data through well-governed, secure, and scalable mechanisms. Design access controls and metadata strategies that support democratised data usage while safeguarding privacy and security
- Champion cost-aware architectural strategies that optimise resource utilisation, striking an effective balance between performance and budget
- Oversee platform enhancements, integrations, and performance optimisation efforts. Ensure that all changes align with internal privacy, security, and compliance policies
- Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to understand evolving requirements and translate them into scalable, secure, and future-proof platform capabilities
- Facilitate the onboarding of new data domains and analytical use cases. Ensure that all additions adhere to platform standards and contribute to the platform’s maturity and strategic value
- Advocate for excellence in metadata management, data quality, and access control. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation across the technology teams and wider enterprise
- Identify and support the reduction of our legacy technology estate
Requirements
- Proven expertise in architecting and scaling data platforms using Snowflake, seamlessly integrated with Microsoft Azure
- Deep understanding of modern data architectures, including Data Mesh, Data Fabric, Lakehouse, and ELT patterns
- Familiar with data governance frameworks such as DCAM or equivalent, ensuring compliance and data stewardship
- Can assess how architectural decisions impact business outcomes, platform performance and cost efficiency
- Hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools in Azure, particularly Terraform
- Proficient in implementing CI/CD pipelines to support automated and reliable deployments
- Strong grasp of Agile methodologies, with a track record of delivering iteratively in cross-functional teams
- Demonstrates initiative and autonomy in solving complex technical challenges
- Communicates abstract and complex concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Collaborates effectively with stakeholders, end users, and team members, fostering a culture of shared ownership
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
data platform architectureSnowflakeMicrosoft AzureData MeshData FabricLakehouseELT patternsInfrastructure-as-CodeTerraformCI/CD pipelines
Soft Skills
initiativeautonomycommunicationcollaborationproblem-solvingcross-functional teamworkcontinuous improvementinnovationstakeholder engagementadaptability