Data Platform Architect responsible for defining and governing core data platforms. Working within Anglian Water's Digital, Data and Technology team to drive data-led transformation.
Responsibilities
Define and maintain data platform architecture with blueprints aligned to enterprise strategy and target architectures, with a strong focus on data interoperability and governance.
Embed robust governance in line with cyber security, data governance, and service operations policies.
Design and maintain a cohesive data architecture ensuring platform spaces are structured to support suitable data integration (acquire) data product creation and lineage tracking (organise), and scalable analytics workflows.
Design integration and interoperability patterns that connect platforms and enable data sharing across IT and OT environments.
Enable self-service adoption through reusable frameworks, templates, and reference architectures—empowering data analysts, engineers, and citizen developers.
Own data technology strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle management—planning upgrades, replacements, and reducing technical debt for data-centric platforms.
Monitor and improve platform health, performance, and observability, consolidating technologies where appropriate to support data quality and analytics.
Champion Health & Safety standards and continuous improvement.
Requirements
Significant experience architecting and governing enterprise-scale technology platforms, ideally with data and analytics components.
Deep knowledge in data and integration technology domains.
Strong experience in integration design and interoperability across multiple technologies, including data pipelines and APIs.
Proven ability to embed governance, compliance, and data management in data platform operations.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts.
Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience; relevant certifications desirable.
Benefits
Private healthcare and physiotherapy
24-hour Virtual GP service for you and your household
26 days annual leave (rising with service)
Competitive pension scheme – Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6% (up to 18% combined)
Bonus scheme
Flexible benefits and working culture
Life Assurance (8× salary) and Personal Accident cover
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