McGregor BoyallLondon, United Kingdom

Data Architect- Insurance

Description

Data Architect, Data Lake, AWS, Azure, Insurance, Cloud

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Data Architect to lead and optimise our data architecture initiatives, with a strong focus on the insurance sector. You will be responsible for deg, implementing, and governing scalable, high-performance data solutions that support both internal objectives and client-facing initiatives.

  • Build modern data infrastructure using technologies such as Databricks, Snowflake, Data Lakes, Data Warehouses, and Lakehouse architectures.
  • Promote and implement data mesh principles to enhance data accessibility across the global organisation.
  • Utilise deep expertise in SQL and database management to optimise performance and scalability.
  • Apply industry knowledge to support insurance-specific data needs, including operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
  • Possess expert-level knowledge in AWS or Azure cloud technologies
  • Extensive experience as a Data Architect within large, complex organisations-ideally with deep specialisation in the insurance industry.
  • A strong track record of deg and implementing successful enterprise-level data strategies.
  • Strong cloud experience in wither AWS or Azure.
  • Expertise across SQL, data solutions, and solution architecture for data lakes, data warehouses, and modern data frameworks.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Solid understanding of the insurance domain, with experience in the wealth sector or exposure to technologies such as Aladdin or Guidewire considered advantageous.
  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

This opening can be based from multiple locations

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

Skills

SQLSnowflakeComplianceDatabricksAWSAzure