About Scrumconnect Consulting:
Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, and more to deliver innovative digital services that matter

Role Description
As a Data Technical Architect, you will lead the design and governance of Google Cloud Platform data architecture. You will define scalable, secure and reusable data architecture patterns using services such as BigQuery, Cloud SQL and Cloud Composer. You will ensure interoperability, portability and alignment with multi-cloud considerations where required. You will embed strong data governance using Dataplex and Dataform, ensure compliance with GDPR and public sector security standards, and provide architectural assurance through appropriate governance forums. You will also play a key role in mentoring staff to build long-term architectural capability.

Preferred Tech Stack Expertise
Google Cloud Platform (BigQuery, Cloud SQL, Cloud Storage, Cloud Composer), Dataplex, Dataform, PostgreSQL, Apache Airflow, Terraform, API integrations, data modelling and warehousing principles

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain target data architecture aligned to strategic objectives
• Design secure and scalable data ingestion and transformation frameworks
• Establish governance standards covering data quality, metadata and life cycle management
• Provide architectural assurance across delivery teams and contribute to design authority forums
• Ensure compliance with security, privacy and regulatory requirements including GDPR
• Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to embed Infrastructure as Code and automation
• Lead knowledge transfer initiatives including workshops and mentoring for permanent staff

Diversity & Inclusion
At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.