Principal Data Architect, DV Cleared
Secure Government & Defence Programmes
UK | Hybrid + Client Site

?? Active DV clearance required, non-negotiable

Datatech Analytics is supporting a leading UK consulting and technology organisation delivering secure, enterprise-scale data platforms across defence, national security and classified government programmes.

We’re looking to speak with Principal Data Architects who want to take ownership of architecture across complex, high-impact environments where security, scale and performance all matter.

The Role

A senior architecture position with real ownership.

You’ll define and lead the technical direction of large-scale data platforms, working closely with senior stakeholders, engineers and delivery teams across critical transformation programmes.

This is not advisory-only. You’ll be close to delivery, shaping how platforms are actually built and used.

What you’ll be doing

Leading enterprise data architecture across secure government programmes
Designing end-to-end platforms, from ingestion through to analytics and operational use
Building secure, scalable architectures for highly classified environments
Translating mission requirements into practical, deliverable solutions
Guiding engineering teams through implementation
Influencing architectural strategy and long-term capability

Technology environment

You’ll typically be working across:

AWS, Azure and Google Cloud
Databricks and Snowflake
Lake, lakehouse and modern warehouse architectures
Distributed data processing platforms
DevOps, Infrastructure as Code and secure deployment patterns
Data governance, access control and analytics enablement

What we’re looking for

Active DV clearance
Proven experience designing and delivering enterprise data platforms
Background in defence, national security or secure government environments
Deep expertise in cloud data architecture and secure platform design
Strong stakeholder influence at senior level
Experience leading teams across complex delivery programmes

Why this role

These programmes sit at the heart of the UK’s secure data capability.

The platforms you’ll shape directly support operational decision-making in highly sensitive environments. Complex problems, real constraints, and work that has genuine impact.

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