Solutions Architect - Data Architecture & Engineering

Company Description

ABOUT LGC:

LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range. 

Job Description

Location: Hybrid/Remote Options Available, UK based

We are looking for an expert in data architecture, cloud technologies, and integration patterns. Do you have a passion for designing scalable, secure, and high-performance data solutions that drive business success? If so, this is a great opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping enterprise data architecture!

About the Role

Working with the Head of Enterprise Data Architecture and Engineering (EDAE), the Solution Architect – Data Architecture & Engineering will be responsible for designing and delivering robust data solutions that support analytics, AI, and business intelligence initiatives. You will collaborate with multi-functional teams across IT and business domains, ensuring data strategies align with enterprise objectives and industry standard methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance data architecture solutions.
• Develop and maintain enterprise data models, reference architectures, and governance frameworks.
• Represent the EDAE team in Demand Review and Prioritisation meetings.
• Collaborate with IT engineering teams across ERP, Commercial, and Lab Systems to guide data pipeline, warehouse, and lakehouse implementations.
• Evaluate and recommend data technologies, platforms, and tools to enhance enterprise data capabilities.
• Ensure data security, compliance, and governance standard processes are embedded within the architecture.
• Provide thought leadership on emerging technologies and innovations in data architecture.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Strong preference for experience with Snowflake, DBT, and Python.
• Proven experience in data architecture, solution design, or a similar role within enterprise environments.
• Expertise in cloud-based data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, Snowflake, Databricks).
• Strong knowledge of modern data architectures (Data Mesh, Data Lakehouse).
• Experience with data modeling, ETL/ELT processes, and real-time data processing.
• Familiarity with data governance, security, and compliance frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with database technologies (SQL, NoSQL, Graph DBs) and data integration tools.
• Ability to conceptualise complex data ecosystems across different systems and processes.

Why Join Us

• Influence & Impact – Shape the future of data architecture in a leading enterprise environment.
• Stay up-to-date with the newest cloud, analytics, and data solutions.
• Hybrid/Remote Flexibility – Work in a way that suits your lifestyle.
• Collaborative & Innovative Culture – Join a team that values forward-thinking solutions and standard processes.
• Work with an employer who believes in equal opportunities

If you're a data architecture expert looking to take on an exciting and strategic role, We invite you to apply today and help drive the future of enterprise data!

Additional Information

OUR VALUES

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY 
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES 

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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