Data & AI Architect

Data \& AI Architect We are partnering with a leading global IT services and transformation business to appoint an experienced Data \& AI Architect. This is an opportunity to design and deliver modern data and AI solutions for a major financial services client. You will work across data engineering, cloud platforms, advanced analytics and AI, translating business requirements into scalable, secure and production-ready solutions. The Role You will work closely with business stakeholders, technology leaders and delivery teams to: * Design end-to-end data, analytics and AI solutions * Create solution architectures, technical designs and implementation roadmaps * Develop architectures across cloud, hybrid and on-premise environments * Support data lakes, lakehouse platforms, data warehouses and streaming solutions * Design AI, machine learning and GenAI solutions * Establish MLOps and model lifecycle-management approaches * Ensure solutions meet security, privacy, governance and regulatory requirements * Evaluate and recommend suitable platforms, tools and technologies * Provide technical leadership throughout development and implementation * Produce clear architecture documentation and solution blueprints * Communicate technical recommendations to senior client stakeholders Your Experience We are looking for someone with: * Strong experience as a Data Architect, AI Architect or Data \& AI Solution Architect * Previous experience within banking or financial services * A solid background in software development and data engineering * Strong knowledge of modern data platforms, integration and governance * Experience designing AI, machine learning or GenAI solutions * Knowledge of MLOps and production model deployment * Experience with AWS, Azure or Google Cloud * A good understanding of security, data privacy, model risk and auditability * Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills * The ability to provide technical leadership across business and delivery teams * Experience working with global delivery teams and relevant cloud, data or architecture certifications would be beneficial. The Opportunity You will join a major global technology organisation delivering complex transformation programmes for some of the UK’s largest businesses. The position offers exposure to modern data and AI technologies, large-scale financial services transformation and an excellent package of salary, benefits, training and career development. Location: Swindon Working model: Hybrid (2 - 3days in office) Employment type: Permanent Apply now to find out more!