Data Architect (Data Products)

Company Description

SBS is a global financial technology company that’s helping banks and the financial services industry to reimagine how to operate in an increasingly digital world. SBS is a trusted partner of more than 1,500 financial institutions and large-scale lenders in 80 countries worldwide, including Santander, Societé Generale, KCB Bank, Kensington Mortgages, Mercedes-Benz, and Toyota. Its cloud platform offers clients a composable architecture to digitize operations, ranging from banking, lending, compliance, to payments, and consumer and asset finance. With 5,000 employees in 50 offices, SBS is recognized as a Top 10 European Fintech company by IDC and as a leader in Omdia’s Universe: Digital Banking Platforms. SBS is a subsidiary of European digital consulting leader Sopra Steria (EPA: SOP), a 56,000-person company that generates annual revenue of €5.8 billion in 2023.

Job Description

🗺️ Location: Yate, Bristol

💰 Salary: £60,000-£70,000

📃 Contract type: Full-time & permanent 

🏢 Hybrid, office 2 days per week

As a Data Architect, Data Products at SBS, you will be responsible for designing and maintaining our overall data architecture, with a strong focus on delivering and operating data products. This includes developing foundational elements that enable scalable, reliable, and well-governed data products. You will ensure data ownership and accountability across domains and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into robust data-driven solutions. 

You will ensure that our data is well-organised, secure, and easily accessible while overseeing the implementation of data mesh principles. Your role will involve managing data consistency across various domains and integrating data from multiple domains. You will optimise data performance and stay abreast of emerging technologies to provide strategic recommendations. 

What will the role involve?

• Design and Maintain Data Architecture: Develop and oversee the overall data architecture to support business objectives and ensure data consistency across domains. 
• Collaborate with teams to design and operate high-quality data products that meet specific business needs, integrating key enablers such as semantic modelling, metadata, and cataloguing. 
• Implement Data Mesh Principles: Lead the implementation of data mesh principles to manage data as a product, ensuring high-quality, reliable, and discoverable data across various domains. 
• Data Security and Accessibility: Ensure data security, governance, and accessibility, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices. 
• Data Integration: Oversee data integration processes, ensuring seamless data flow across multiple sources, including databases, files, and event streams. 
• Collaboration: Work closely with data engineers, data scientists, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of data architecture with business needs. 
• Technology Leadership: Stay updated with emerging data technologies and provide strategic recommendations for adopting new tools and methodologies. 
• Performance Optimisation: Monitor and optimise data systems for performance, scalability, and reliability. 

Qualifications

What are we looking for?

• Data Modelling and Lakehouse Design: Strong data modelling, design, and integration expertise. 
• Data Mesh Architectures: In-depth understanding of data mesh architectures. 
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in dbt, SQL, Python/Java, Apache Spark, Trino, Apache Airflow, and Astro. 
• Cloud Technologies: Awareness and experience with cloud technologies, particularly AWS. 
• Analytical Skills: Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail. 
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. 
• Leadership: Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide team members. 
• Experience: Proven experience designing and maintaining data architectures in a complex, multi-source data ecosystem. 

Additional Information

At SBS, we’re committed to supporting our employees in every aspect of their lives, from health and wellbeing to financial security and lifestyle perks. Here’s a snapshot of the benefits you'll enjoy as part of our team:

• Competitive salary: £65,000-£75,000
• Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan, Dental Insurance, Eye Care Vouchers, Flu Vaccinations
• Finance & Protection: Life Assurance, Critical Illness Cover, Pension Plan, Long Service Awards, Payroll Giving, Fleet car provider
• Leisure & Lifestyle: Cycle to Work Scheme, Holiday Trading, Travel Insurance

We are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination and fostering a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.

At our organization, we are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.

All of our positions are open to people with disabilities.