Azure Data Architect - #187691

Position Description

At CGI, we architect secure, future-ready Azure data platforms that unlock insight and accelerate transformation across the UK's most vital sectors. As an Azure Data Architect, you will take ownership of shaping scalable, resilient data ecosystems that turn complex information into measurable business value. Working closely with clients and multidisciplinary delivery teams, you will define enterprise data strategies, influence cloud roadmaps, and embed best practice across modern Azure environments. Within a collaborative and supportive community, you will have the autonomy to innovate, strengthen governance, and drive high-impact outcomes - helping organisations harness data as a true strategic asset.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

This is a hybrid position based out of Newcastle.

Your future duties and responsibilities

In this role, you will lead the end-to-end design and delivery of Azure-based data architectures across complex client programmes. You will define enterprise data strategies, design scalable data models and pipelines, and ensure solutions align with governance, security, and performance standards. By collaborating closely with architects, engineers, and business stakeholders, you will translate organisational objectives into secure, high-performing Azure data platforms.

You will also influence cloud strategy, embed DevOps practices for data engineering, and support business growth through pre-sales and technical leadership. Through mentoring and community engagement, you will strengthen data capability while continuously improving architectural standards and innovation across engagements.

Key Responsibilities

Define & Drive enterprise data architecture strategies aligned to business outcomes

Design & Deliver end-to-end Azure data solutions using services such as Azure SQL, Data Factory, Data Lake, Cosmos DB, and Power BI

Model & Optimise scalable data structures, pipelines, and performance tuning

Secure & Govern data platforms in line with compliance and security standards

Embed & Automate DevOps practices, including CI/CD for data pipelines

Collaborate & Influence stakeholders through workshops and architectural governance

Mentor & Elevate data engineers and architects, strengthening capability

Shape & Support proposals, innovation initiatives, and cloud roadmaps

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

You will bring extensive experience designing and delivering Azure data architectures within enterprise environments. You combine strong technical depth in data modelling and cloud services with strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement skills, and a focus on delivering measurable value. You are confident guiding multidisciplinary teams and balancing innovation with governance and operational resilience.

You Should Have

Proven experience as a Data Architect with strong knowledge of data modelling and database design principles

Hands-on expertise with Azure data services such as Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, Cosmos DB, and Power BI

Experience designing scalable, high-performance data architectures and optimising pipelines

Strong understanding of data governance, security, and compliance practices in Azure

Knowledge of Azure deployment models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and identity and access management

Experience collaborating with delivery teams and influencing technical direction

It Would Be Advantageous To Have

Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Data Engineer Associate certification

Azure Data Scientist or Azure AI Engineer Associate certification

A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent professional experience

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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because...

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

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