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Data Architect

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In-Office
London, Greater London, England, GBR
Mid level
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London, Greater London, England, GBR
Mid level
Design and govern enterprise data architecture and standards across platforms (Snowflake, Informatica, Power BI). Define integration patterns, embed data governance, quality and lineage, provide architectural assurance for internal and external deliveries, and collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure data solutions.
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Job Description

You’re passionate about shaping data that drives smarter decisions and supports a cleaner energy future. At EDF Power Solutions, your expertise will help build trusted, resilient data foundations while giving you the scope to influence enterprise‑scale platforms that support the UK’s journey to net zero.

The Opportunity

As a Data Architect, you’ll play a critical role in shaping enterprise data architecture across EDF Power Solutions UK, setting standards that improve data quality, accessibility and governance across our digital landscape. Your work will directly enable analytics, reporting and data‑driven decision making at scale.

Alongside a competitive salary and potential for an annual bonus, this role offers flexibility. The location is flexible, with home‑based working and some travel for meetings across the UK as required.

You’ll work closely with business leaders, technology teams and delivery partners to design scalable, secure data solutions. From defining architectural patterns to guiding complex integrations, you’ll have real influence on how our data supports long‑term growth.

Who You Are

We’re looking for a Data Architect who brings clarity, confidence and structure to complex data environments and enjoys collaborating across business and technology teams. You’re comfortable influencing decisions and translating data needs into practical solutions. To be shortlisted, you need to offer…

  • Solid experience working in a data architecture role with direct ownership of data governance and management
  • Hands‑on experience designing business intelligence, analytics and master data management solutions
  • Proven delivery of data solutions using Snowflake, Informatica, Microsoft Power Platform and Power BI
  • Experience using Informatica or similar ETL or ELT (extract, transform, load) platforms for data integration, quality and governance
  • Practical experience applying data modelling methodologies including 3NF, Kimball, Inmon, Hybrid or Big Data
  • Experience using multiple data integration approaches such as ETL, ELT and virtualisation
  • Strong working knowledge of master data management principles, practices and enabling technologies
  • Experience applying architecture frameworks such as TOGAF
  • Demonstrable experience applying data management or data governance frameworks such as DAMA DMBoK
  • Experience working with outsourced IT service suppliers, providing governance and assurance of design deliverables
  • A proven track record of collaborating with business and IT stakeholders to agree solutions that meet business and technical standards
  • Experience working within Agile or SAFe delivery environments

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Defining and governing enterprise data architecture standards, models and integration patterns
  • Designing scalable, secure data solutions across platforms including Snowflake, Informatica and Power BI
  • Providing architectural assurance for data designs delivered by internal teams and external partners
  • Embedding data governance, quality and lineage standards into data platforms and integrations
  • Collaborating with stakeholders to translate business needs into clear, practical data architecture solutions

Pay, Benefits and Culture

If you’re looking to join a company where you can work hard, have fun, and help to create a net zero future – then you’re in the right place! If you’re passionate about tackling climate change to support a cleaner, greener future, we’d love you to come and join us.

Alongside a competitive salary and potential for an annual bonus, a market‑leading pension scheme and flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle, our employee benefits include options from electric vehicle leasing and private healthcare to extra holiday and more.

Everyone is welcome at EDF; we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments.

Why EDF Power Solutions?

We’re united by a shared ambition: to tackle climate change and power a net zero future. Our diverse team is growing fast, driven by innovation and a commitment to clean, green energy for all.

With technologies spanning onshore and offshore wind, solar, battery storage and green hydrogen, we’re the UK and Ireland’s most diverse renewable generator. By 2035, we aim to deliver 10GW of low‑carbon energy – and we’d love you to help us get there.

Closing Date: end of 1st June 2026

Energise your career. Accelerate a net zero future.

#RenewableJobs #EDFcareers #LI-Hybrid

Additional Information

Join us, and let’s do good together.

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