Data Architect – Up to £90,000 + Benefits – Hybrid (Wigan)

Data Architect – Up to £90,000 + Benefits – Hybrid (Wigan)

We're looking for a hands-on Data Architect to join a growing organisation embarking on a major transformation of its data landscape.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of the design and development of a brand-new Azure-based data platform, helping shape the future of data across the business. You'll be the senior data professional within a small but growing team, working closely with stakeholders across the organisation whilst remaining technically involved in the delivery of the platform.

The role would suit someone who enjoys operating in an environment where they can influence strategy, bring new ideas to the table, and play a key role in defining how data is used across the business.

The Role

You'll be responsible for designing and developing a modern data architecture using Azure and Microsoft Fabric, ensuring the platform is scalable, secure, and capable of supporting future business growth.

As the senior member of the team, you'll work closely with a Junior Data Engineer, providing technical guidance and helping establish best practices across the function.

Key responsibilities include

Designing and developing a new Azure-based data platform

Defining and implementing the overall data architecture strategy

Building and enhancing a modern data warehouse using Microsoft Fabric

Remaining hands-on with data engineering and platform development

Establishing data standards, governance, and best practices

Acting as the primary data contact for business stakeholders

Gathering requirements and translating business needs into technical solutions

Supporting and mentoring a Junior Data Engineer

Driving continuous improvement and bringing new ideas into the data function

What You'll Bring

Proven experience as a Data Architect within Azure environments

Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric

Experience designing and building modern cloud data warehouses

Ability to remain technically involved in data engineering activities

Strong knowledge of Azure data services and modern data architectures

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Experience operating within small, agile data teams

A proactive mindset with a desire to influence and improve how data is used across the business

What's On Offer

Salary up to £90,000

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid working – typically 2-3 days per week in Wigan (with plans to reduce this to 1 day per week)

Opportunity to shape a greenfield Azure and Fabric data platform

Significant autonomy and ownership

A chance to become the key data leader within a growing organisation

Process

Two-stage interview process

Competitive package and benefits

Hybrid working model

If you're looking for a role where you can combine architecture, hands-on engineering, stakeholder engagement, and strategic influence, we'd love to hear from you.