Senior Data And Cloud Architect

We are seeking a Senior Data & Cloud Architect to lead enterprise-scale data platform deployments and cloud modernization programs. You will act as a trusted advisor, bridging complex business requirements with robust, secure, and scalable data solutions. Key Responsibilities Design and implement enterprise Databricks Lakehouse environments using Unity Catalog, Delta Live Tables (DLT), and Spark compute clusters for efficient batch and real-time processing. Drive cloud data infrastructure modernization, including complex data migrations from legacy systems to cloud-native Databricks environments. Champion Terraform-first IaC deployments and design secure data network perimeters (e.g., Private Link, hierarchical firewalls) aligned with enterprise standards. Lead technical pre-sales, including architecture design, PoC demonstrations, and the development of technical proposals, SOWs, and RFPs. Act as a strategic advisor to align secure, high-performance data architectures with client business outcomes. Experience & Requirements Expertise: 8+ years in data/cloud engineering, with 5+ years dedicated to enterprise Databricks architecture. Deep hands-on experience with the Databricks ecosystem, Terraform (IaC), CI/CD (GitHub Actions/Azure DevOps), and identity federation (OIDC/SAML). Advanced expertise in at least one major cloud provider (GCP, AWS, or Azure). Databricks Certified (Data Engineer Professional/Lakehouse Architect) and a professional-level Cloud Architect certification required. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for business executives and drive decisions in high-velocity environments. Why Join Us? Build fluency across top technologies (Salesforce, Databricks, GCP, Azure, Anthropic) while designing production-grade data platforms and AI systems that run some of the UK and Africa's largest enterprises. We fully sponsor your technical credentials and exam costs, and we reward your progress with recurring monthly certification incentives. Enjoy remote-first work flexibility with competitive compensation and access to local co-working spaces like Workshop17. Take advantage of our custom leave benefits, including a free day off on your birthday. Be part of an inclusive, flat team of industry "Jedi" mentors.