[Remote] Data Architect - National Security & Defence

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Envitia operates at the heart of the UK’s most sensitive and high-profile operations, focusing on national security. As a Data Architect, you will design and deliver data-driven systems that empower clients to make informed decisions, while contributing to the development of frameworks and methodologies in the national security domain. Responsibilities • Gather and analyse requirements to design tailored data solutions for customers • Develop data strategies and governance frameworks to drive organisational data transformation • Lead end-to-end delivery of modern data architectures across various technologies and platforms • Collaborate with project managers, technical teams, and stakeholders to ensure successful implementation • Provide technical leadership, ensuring solutions align with client needs and regulatory standards • Contribute to the design and development of managed services for Envitia and its clients • Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies and industry trends • Develop cost models, risk assessments, and business cases for proposed solutions Skills • Strong technical design expertise in core data architecture disciplines including data modelling, data analysis, metadata management, data transformation, data migration and master data • Experience in establishing data analytics and supporting AI solutions • Data quality/validation experience: designing metrics and KPIs to verify and automate management of data quality • Good working experience of AWS (e.g. S3, Kinesis, Glue, Redshift, Lambda and EMR) and/or Azure data services (e.g. ADF, Synapse, Fabric, Azure Functions) • The successful candidate must be eligible for an enhanced Developed Vetted / eDV security clearance • Working experience in Data Lakehouse environments such as Databricks, Snowflake and/or Microsoft Fabric Benefits • 25 days of annual leave plus your birthday off • Private Medical Insurance • Ongoing training and development • Fitness reimbursement scheme • Life Assurance • Pension options and resources • Perkbox • Reward and recognition scheme • Paid volunteering days Company Overview • Envitia is a geospatial software and solutions provider, serving defence, government and industry. It was founded in 1989, and is headquartered in Crawley, West Sussex, GBR, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job