Senior Data Architect

Senior Data Architect

Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Data & Analytics | Type: Permanent

Design the blueprint. Architect the future. Empower data transformation.

The Role

Capco is seeking a Senior Data Architect to lead and deliver complex data architecture initiatives across our financial services clients. In this senior/lead consulting role, you’ll guide clients through their data transformation journeys - defining strategy, designing architecture, and building scalable, cloud-based platforms. You’ll also contribute to shaping Capco’s modern data architecture offerings.

What You’ll Do

• Lead agile consulting projects focused on modern data architecture and cloud transformation

• Define and implement scalable enterprise data strategies across programmes and business units

• Design and deliver data platforms using cloud-native technologies on AWS, Azure, or GCP

• Drive integration of data governance, cataloguing, privacy, and metadata capabilities

• Act as a subject matter expert to clients, presenting technical concepts in a business context

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in data architecture, cloud data engineering, and enterprise platform design

• Deep knowledge of modelling practices including contextual, logical, and physical data modelling

• Hands-on experience with cloud-based data ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern data stacks

• Understanding of cloud data migration, data management tools, and security frameworks

• Strong communication skills to engage stakeholders across technical and non-technical teams

Bonus Points For

• Data or cloud architecture certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks)

• Experience in data lake design and large-scale data migrations