Data Architect (DV Security Clearance)
Data Architect (DV Security Clearance)
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Position Description:
The Space Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work build and operate bespoke technically complex mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space defence intelligence aerospace and maritime all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client.
CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named one of the Worlds Best Employers by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary excellent pension private healthcare plus a share scheme (3.5% 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector including our Armed Forces and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and youll be part of an open friendly community of experts. Well train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.
*** Applicants Must be solely UK National and already hold HMG HLC clearance ***
Role Location: Gloucester
Were seeking a highly skilled Data Architect to join our Secure Innovation & Advisory team within the CGI Space Defence & Intelligence business unit. You will play a pivotal role in designing and managing robust secure and scalable data infrastructure that supports our advanced space defence and intelligence missions.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
Working HANDS-ON on client engagements and managing E2E client engagements as the Senior Data Architect and Tech Lead- Creating data architectures data pipelines and data flows for requirement at hand-
Delivering on areas of data preparation and transformations and ETL or ELT development on Azure/AWS/GCP/Snowflake- Strong knowledge on Data Warehousing Data Lakes and Delta Lakehouse Architectures and building strong Solutions Architecture
Creating client proposals for ML/AI and Data projects- Mentoring junior Data Engineers Data Scientists and Data professionals in the team
Thought leadership amongst clients and the industry
Other responsibilities:
Strategically collaborating with the clients to explore and deliver key foundational data-driven solutions
Delivering strong Solution Architectures for clients and CGI-
Delivering on areas of data preparation and transformations and ETL or ELT development both on-prem or on-cloud
Building Data Engineering pipelines and architectures on cloud (Azure AWS GCP and others)
Working in a business environment with large-scale complex and big data datasets and dispersed data sources
Using Advanced SQL and Python skills as necessary
Gathering client requirements coding and implementing data solutions while leading a small team
Implementing proof of concepts to show value and then package and scale to full data engineering scale on both on-prem and cloud environments
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
Proven experience in enterprise-scale data modelling (conceptual logical physical).
Deep knowledge of relational and non-relational databases data warehouses data lakes and ETL/ELT pipelines.
Strong SQL skills and experience with Python Java or equivalent for integration processes.
Familiarity with cloud-based data platforms (AWS Azure GCP) including technologies like Redshift BigQuery Synapse Snowflake or equivalents.
Competency in metadata management tools governance frameworks and data catalog solutions (e.g. Sparx ER/Studio ArchiMate).
Domain-Specific Experience
Worked on data architecture in defence intelligence or highly secure regulated sectors. Familiarity with accreditation classification or government-standard protocols preferred.
Proven ability to design secure compliant data systems catering to mission-critical or intelligence workflows.
The position requires team members to work from client-site to ensure the reliability and availability of critical systems.
Skills:
- Adv infoAdv - Datawarehose/ETL
- Data Analysis
- Data Architecture
- Data Engineering
- Python
What you can expect from us:
Together as owners lets turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership teamwork respect and belonging. Here youll reach your full potential because
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas embrace new opportunities and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Employment Type
Full-Time
