Job Title: Lead Data Architect Location: Farnborough Duration: 6 months with possible extension Rate: Up to 700 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC clearance process Our client, a reputable organisation in the IT sector, is seeking a skilled Lead Data Architect to join their Data Science, Engineering, and Assurance team. This senior role offers the opportunity to take ownership of data architecture, develop and evolve data migration strategies, and lead the deployment into secure customer environments. You will set the technical direction, make pragmatic architectural decisions, and provide hands-on leadership to a team of Data Engineers and Data Analysts, ensuring the platform remains secure, scalable, resilient, and operational as it grows. What you''ll be doing: Own and refine the data architecture, establishing standards, governance, and roadmaps. Map and document data flows, identifying data locations, movement, and ensuring compliance with security and governance standards. Design and maintain data structures, storage, and access methods aligned with user needs and technical requirements. Lead the development of data migration plans and oversee their deployment. Collaborate with security and assurance teams to support accreditation in regulated environments. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams, ensuring designs are buildable, testable, and supportable. Stay close to engineering ..... full job details .....