Data Architect

Salary: £19,500 - 35,500 per year

Requirements:

• Experience across UK Healthcare sector or Public Sector
• Strong technical design expertise in core data architecture disciplines including data modelling, data analysis, metadata management, data transformation, data migration and master data.
• Track record of providing technical leadership within data projects including assurance, mentoring and standards definition. Aware of best practice techniques and methodologies.
• Experience of product or technology selection, either for a project or at enterprise level.
• Excellent client engagement skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders – able to provide thought leadership to clients and the wider industry and to inspire internal staff.
• Highly proficient in at least three mainstream data technologies and aware of wider data technology trends.
• A self-starter able to work with a high degree of uncertainty. We are passionate about developing people – a demonstrated ability in managing, coaching and developing junior members of your team and wider community.

Responsibilities:

• Provide SME guidance in traditional data architecture disciplines around data structures, data flows, data sourcing and data governance.
• Work closely with clients to understand their data requirements and ensure solutions are fit for purpose.
• Provide technical leadership for the team in the area of data.
• Resolve data definition and mastering issues across complex stakeholder environments.
• Manage, coach, and develop a small number of staff, focusing on employee performance and career development.
• Provide direction and leadership to the team while solving challenging problems together.

Technologies:

• AI
• Architect
• Support
• REST

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At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators driven by a shared mission to create real impact. We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration. We are committed to building a diverse team that mirrors the world we live in, ensuring everyone is respected and given an equal chance to thrive. Join us and be part of something bigger, where you can contribute to exciting data projects using cutting-edge technology.

last updated 33 week of 2026