Data Architect​/Data Modeller – Azure

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Length: 4-month initial contract (with scope to extend)

Work Location: Hybrid – London & Birmingham (1 to 2 days a week)

We are looking for an experienced Data Architect to support the technical delivery of a large-scale infrastructure programme. This role will take ownership of enterprise data modelling, Azure SQL optimisation, and the implementation of database releases within a structured delivery environment.

This is a hands-on contract position requiring deep Azure expertise, strong architectural documentation capability, and the ability to work effectively across cross-functional delivery teams.

• Lead development, peer review and approval of Data Models as part of Low-Level Design (LLD)
• Support Scope BoE Database Release 4 and 5 deliverables
• Review and assess existing Azure SQL data models and schema structures
• Provide recommendations for optimisation, indexing, performance tuning and security enhancements
• Support implementation of refined data models using live production datasets
• Contribute to release documentation and artefact development
• Provide input into Test Strategy, Test Plans and Test Scripts
• Support productionisation of new services and functionality
• Produce high-quality architectural documentation aligned to programme standards

• Advanced expertise in Azure SQL, including design, optimisation, indexing, performance tuning and security
• Strong experience with Azure Blob Storage, including configuration, access control and security patterns
• Proven experience designing data solutions supporting Power Apps and .NET applications
• Strong understanding of Azure architecture, including identity and access management, monitoring and observability, and governance controls
• Experience working within structured delivery and governance environments
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Experience working within large-scale public sector or infrastructure programmes
• Experience contributing to structured test documentation and release governance processes