Data Solution Architect

IMPORTANT NOTE:

This hybrid role offers a great balance of home and office working. You’ll join your colleagues in our Milton Keynes office 2 to 3 days a week.

As the UK’s largest fibre‑only network and its only proven wholesale challenger, we are setting new standards for digital infrastructure. Our network is greener, more reliable and ready for the future, delivering high‑speed, value‑focused service that helps businesses innovate and communities thrive.

At City Fibre we are building the UK’s finest digital infrastructure. Our Data & Architecture team plays a vital role in shaping how we use data to drive innovation and performance. As a Data Solution Architect, you’ll design and deliver scalable, future‑ready data platforms that support mission‑critical operations. You’ll work closely with Enterprise Architects, technical leads and stakeholders across the business to create solutions that are robust, secure and aligned with our strategic goals.

You’ll receive a salary of up to £75,000, a performance‑related bonus and a range of benefits that support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing.

• Design data solution blueprints, pipelines and integration frameworks across cloud platforms such as AWS and Snowflake.
• Lead architectural decisions and influence technical direction across multiple programs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and vendors to resolve conflicting technical opinions and agree on the best approach.
• Create data flows and transformation logic to harmonise inputs from multiple systems.
• Apply frameworks such as TOGAF or TM Forum to ensure governance and best practice.
• Ensure operational stability and cost efficiency in all data solutions.

• Hands‑on experience with AWS data services and Snowflake.
• Proven ability to design and deliver ETL/ELT pipelines and orchestrated workflows.
• Experience in the telecommunications industry and familiarity with OSS/BSS data.
• Strong coding skills in Python, Spark or similar technologies.
• Excellent communication skills to translate technical concepts for non‑technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts on technical direction and build consensus among stakeholders.
• Leadership experience in architectural decision‑making and ambition to grow into broader strategic roles.

We are a Times Top 50 Employer for Gender Equality, endorsed by WORK
180, and partners of Diversifying. We are a Care‑Leaver Friendly Employer, a Disability Confident Leader, and a Gold Covenant partner. We celebrate our differences and work to ensure everyone has the chance to succeed. If you need any support or reasonable adjustments throughout the application process, please let us know.

We provide comprehensive benefits tailored to your lifestyle: 25 days annual leave, a day off on your birthday, a day off to support a charity, private medical insurance, and supportive family‑friendly and menopause policies.

Remote Work: No
Employment Type: Full‑time

Submit your application through our portal. If you require any adjustments during the process, please contact us for support.