Job Description

Data Architect (Contract) - Insurance Transformation

London (Hybrid - 2 days onsite, Bishopsgate)

£700-£750/day (Inside IR35)3-Month Contract

We're supporting a major insurance transformation programme and are looking for a hands-on Data Architect to help design and deliver scalable, cloud-first data solutions.

Working alongside a Lead Cloud Data Architect, you'll play a key role across both operational and analytical data environments, contributing to modern data architecture aligned with enterprise and cloud strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Design end-to-end data architecture solutions across:

Operational systems & integrations

Analytical and reporting platforms

Cloud-based data environments

Build scalable, secure, and high-performing architectures

Support integration patterns (API-led, batch, event-driven)

Work closely with engineering teams to ensure practical delivery

Produce architecture artefacts, solution designs, and technical documentation

Contribute to governance, design reviews, and assurance activities

Collaborate with enterprise architects, cloud teams, and delivery stakeholdersTechnology Stack

Strong experience with:

Azure Data Factory (ADF)

Azure Databricks (ADB)

PySpark

Synapse Analytics

Python

Modern data patterns (Lakehouse / Medallion architecture)What We're Looking For

Proven experience in Data Architecture within cloud environments

Strong mix of hands-on technical skills and solution design

Experience working in delivery-focused teams

Solid understanding of modern data platforms & integration patterns

Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Ability to challenge and improve existing approaches