Data Architect - National Security & Defence

Data Architect – National Security & Defence

Join the Growth Story itia operates at the heart of the UK’s most sensitive and high‑profile operations, delivering situational awareness and information advantage across C5

ISR.

The Role

As a Data Architect you’ll design and deliver cutting‑edge, data‑driven systems that empower national security clients to make faster, better‑informed decisions. You will also help define Envitia’s future capabilities, develop proof‑of‑concept demonstrators, refine approaches to complex data challenges, and position Envitia as a trusted partner in this critical market.

Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, the successful candidate will be required to obtain enhanced Developed Vetting (eDV) security clearance.

Job 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 Required

• 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).
• Working experience in Data Lakehouse environments such as Databricks, Snowflake and/or Microsoft Fabric.

Security Clearance Requirements

The successful candidate must be eligible for an enhanced Developed Vetted / eDV security clearance.

Location

Up to 80% (4 days/week) onsite at client locations – Gloucester, London, Manchester (based on project requirements).

What’s in it for you?

• More time for you: 25 days of annual leave plus your birthday off, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 extra days.
• Private Medical Insurance: comprehensive private healthcare, including family options.
• Career growth: ongoing training and development.
• Wellness: fitness reimbursement scheme.
• Life Assurance: life insurance coverage.
• Smarter Retirement Planning: pension options and resources.
• Perkbox: exclusive discounts on products and services.
• Recognition: reward and recognition scheme.
• Give back: paid volunteering days.

Inclusion at Envitia

We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and support accessibility and work‑life balance. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Consulting, Information Technology, and Engineering

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, IT System Data Services, and Data Infrastructure and Analytics