Data Architect

BBBH64907
  • Negotiable
  • Belfast
  • Permanent

MCS Group are delighted to be partnering with a leading global professional services organisation as they continue to expand their Data & AI Consulting capability, a high-growth team focused on helping enterprise clients design and deliver next-generation cloud data platforms and AI-driven solutions.

This organisation is investing heavily in its Data & AI offering, working with major global clients to modernise their data estates and unlock value through analytics, governance, and AI enablement.

As part of this growth, they are looking to hire Data Architects at multiple levels to play a key role in shaping and delivering large-scale transformation programmes.

The Opportunity

These are high-impact consulting roles where you will work directly with enterprise clients to define and deliver modern data architectures that underpin analytics, AI, and digital transformation.

Depending on your level, you'll:

* Lead the design of end-to-end enterprise data architectures across cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP, Snowflake)
* Define data modelling, integration, governance, lineage, and metadata strategies
* Shape data platform roadmaps and architecture strategies for major transformation programmes
* Work closely with Data Engineers, AI specialists, and business stakeholders in cross-functional squads
* Translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and well-governed data solutions
* Provide technical assurance and architectural oversight across delivery teams
* Partner with senior client stakeholders to influence strategy and investment decisions
* Contribute to the evolution of data operating models and AI-enabled architectures

This is a highly collaborative environment where you will play a central role in shaping how organisations use data and AI at scale.

What We're Looking For

* Proven experience in enterprise data architecture or senior data engineering roles
* Strong background in designing scalable cloud data platforms
* Experience with data modelling, integration patterns, governance, and MDM
* Hands-on knowledge of platforms such as Azure, AWS, GCP, or Snowflake
* Strong understanding of data pipelines, ETL/ELT, and modern data architecture patterns
* Experience working with complex enterprise systems (ERP, CRM, HR platforms)
* Strong stakeholder management and consulting / advisory skills
* Ability to operate in ambiguous environments and shape technical direction
* Experience working in Agile delivery environments
* Exposure to AI or data-driven transformation programmes would be advantageous

Why Join?

* Work on some of the largest and most complex data transformation programmes in the market
* Join a fast-growing Data & AI consulting practice with strong investment and momentum
* Exposure to multiple industries and enterprise clients
* High levels of ownership, autonomy, and client-facing responsibility
* Opportunity to shape AI-ready data platforms and enterprise architecture strategy
* Hybrid working model with flexible office/client site balance
* Competitive salary and strong benefits package depending on experience

Whether you're an experienced Data Architect or a senior data professional looking to move into consulting, this is a chance to play a leading role in shaping how major organisations design and use data at scale.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please contact Rachael Walker, IT Recruitment Manager at MCS Group on 028 9693 5487 or click the apply button below.

If this position is not right for you, we have others that are.

All conversations will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Rachael Deery Principal IT Recruitment Consultant

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