Data Architect Lead

Senior Data Architect

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 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

Familiarity with graph computing and semantic data modelling

Background in Financial Services with stakeholder management in complex environments

Ability to lead teams and contribute to the development of Capco’s data architecture propositions

Why Join Capco

Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions

Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture

Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications

Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services

Help shape the future of digital transformation across Financial Services.

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