Data Solution Architect (Belfast)

Job Description

hackajob is collaborating with Kainos to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.

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Join Kainos and Shape the Future

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At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators – driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.

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We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.

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Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger.

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MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE BUSINESS:

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As a Data Solution Architect (Manager) in Kainos, you’ll be responsible for a multi- skilled agile teams to design and deliver contemporary data solutions. You will be a quality orientated pragmatist, where you balance trade-offs to successfully deliver complex solutions. You will be viewed as an authority figure for data technology solutions, providing strong technical and thought leadership.

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Your responsibilities will include:

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• nSuccessfully implementing functional and non-functional designsn

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• nWorking closely with Ops and Infrastructure architects to productionise robust, resilient, and maintainable data solutionsn

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• nWorking closely with customer architects to agree functional and non-functional designs. Advising, questioning, informing, and helping the customer in making sound solution design outcomes.n

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• nWorking with your peers to develop policy and standards, share knowledge and mentor those around youn

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• nManaging and estimating timelines underpinning solution deliveryn

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• nOwning technical solution design as part of a pre-sales processn

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• nMaking a significant contribution to the data community and wider data capabilityn

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• nManaging, coaching and developing a small number of staff, with a focus on managing employee performance and assisting in their career development. You’ll also provide direction for your team as you solve problems togethern

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Minimum (essential) requirements:

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• nExperience of leading multiple teams as the data solution architect, with ownership of a system of systemsn

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• nExperience in designing, building and productionising modern data-intensive applications including orchestration and operationn

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• nBroad knowledge of the full spectrum of data technologies (data ingestion, transformation, storage, presentation, consumption) being able to integrate these into successful solutionsn

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• nStrategic design thinking experience, including problem conceptualisation, approach and roadmap definition, architecture realisation and risk managementn

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• nComfortable with traditional and contemporary data warehousing conceptsn

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• nExperience of deploying data-processing platforms from vendors such as AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks.n

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• nComfortable in one or more of Java, Scala, or Python with the ability to be ‘hands on’ when requiredn

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• nWe are passionate about developing people – a demonstrated ability in managing, coaching and developing members of your team and wider community.n

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Desirable:

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• nKnowledge of wider Data Architecture concepts, for example Master Data Management, Masking, Data Governance, Provenance and Lineage n

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• nExperience of Technical Evaluation and product selectionn

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• nComfortable with data integration techniques such as messaging, queuing, change data capture or data virtualisationn

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Embracing our differences   

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At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive.   We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are.   We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field. 

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Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out. 

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We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.

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