Principal Data Architect

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Principal AI & Data Architect – Remote – Up to £110,000

A leading Microsoft-focused technology consultancy is seeking a highly experienced Principal AI & Data Architect to drive the design, strategy, and delivery of advanced data and AI solutions across enterprise clients.

This is a senior, hands‑on position for someone who thrives on shaping modern data platforms, influencing C‑suite stakeholders, and guiding teams in the delivery of cutting‑edge cloud and AI architectures.

About the Role:

  • Lead the architecture and design of large-scale data and AI platforms across the Microsoft ecosystem.
  • Define technical standards, best practices, and architectural governance.
  • Drive pre-sales engagements, translate business needs into solution architectures, and support bid responses.
  • Run workshops with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including C-level leaders.
  • Provide technical leadership across delivery programmes and mentor internal teams.
  • Collaborate on internal product development and reusable solution assets.

This role combines strategic leadership with hands‑on architectural work, contributing directly to customer success and revenue growth.

Key Skills & Experience

  • Azure Data & AI Services – Data Factory, Synapse, Azure SQL, Storage, Power BI, Fabric.
  • AI & Machine Learning – generative AI, cognitive services, ML engineering, responsible AI.
  • Modern Data Architecture – lakehouse, data mesh, ELT/ETL, MDM, dimensional modelling.
  • Microsoft Business Applications – Dynamics 365, Power Platform.
  • Delivery & Engineering – DevOps, Agile, CI/CD, governance.

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Job Description:

Principal AI & Data Architect – Remote – Up to £110,000

A leading Microsoft-focused technology consultancy is seeking a highly experienced Principal AI & Data Architect to drive the design, strategy, and delivery of advanced data and AI solutions across enterprise clients.

This is a senior, hands‑on position for someone who thrives on shaping modern data platforms, influencing C‑suite stakeholders, and guiding teams in the delivery of cutting‑edge cloud and AI architectures.

About the Role:

  • Lead the architecture and design of large-scale data and AI platforms across the Microsoft ecosystem.
  • Define technical standards, best practices, and architectural governance.
  • Drive pre-sales engagements, translate business needs into solution architectures, and support bid responses.
  • Run workshops with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including C-level leaders.
  • Provide technical leadership across delivery programmes and mentor internal teams.
  • Collaborate on internal product development and reusable solution assets.

This role combines strategic leadership with hands‑on architectural work, contributing directly to customer success and revenue growth.

Key Skills & Experience

  • Azure Data & AI Services – Data Factory, Synapse, Azure SQL, Storage, Power BI, Fabric.
  • AI & Machine Learning – generative AI, cognitive services, ML engineering, responsible AI.
  • Modern Data Architecture – lakehouse, data mesh, ELT/ETL, MDM, dimensional modelling.
  • Microsoft Business Applications – Dynamics 365, Power Platform.
  • Delivery & Engineering – DevOps, Agile, CI/CD, governance.

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Posted: April 17th, 2026