Digital Data Architect (IT)

At CGI, we empower clients to transform their organisations through data-driven digital innovation, and this role places you at the centre of that impact. You will shape modern digital and data architectures that unlock value, accelerate strategic change and enable clients to achieve measurable outcomes. Working as part of a collaborative community, you?ll take ownership of high-impact solutions, applying creative thinking to complex challenges while being supported by experts across our global network. This is an opportunity to influence major programmes, guide digital strategy and design scalable technologies that help organisations thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ?Best Employer? by the Financial Times. 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 you?ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We?ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position and we expect you to be travelling 2 to 3 days per week on average, to either CGI offices or to client sites. Candidate profile: In this role, you will guide clients through complex digital and data transformation journeys, designing modern architectures and shaping strategies that create long-term value. You will work across the full lifecycle?from vision and roadmapping to technical design and optimisation?taking ownership of outcomes while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams. You will engage senior stakeholders, lead advisory discussions and bring creative thinking to solve evolving digital challenges, all while being supported by CGI?s strong community of experts. Your work will help clients modernise data ecosystems, improve governance, migrate to cloud-native platforms and adopt innovative technologies that enhance performance and accelerate growth. Lead & Innovate: Define enterprise digital and data architecture strategies aligned to business outcomes. Design and Deliver: Design and oversee the implementation of enterprise-wide technology solutions. Advocate for best practices in software development, data management, and cybersecurity. Mentor and provide guidance to solution architects, developers, and IT staff. Advise & Influence: Advise on best practices for implementing interoperability of IT systems, applications and platforms. Shape digital and data roadmaps, run workshops, and guide senior stakeholders through technical decisions. Optimise & Modernise: Drive data platform modernisation, automation and integration best practices. Advocate for best practices in software development, data management, and cybersecurity. Govern & Assure: Establish governance frameworks and ensure compliance, quality and security standards. Establish IT governance policies to ensure regulatory and security compliance. Work with stakeholders to ensure digital and data architecture aligns with industry standards (e.g. TOGAF, DAMA, COBIT, ITIL). Ensure proper risk management and mitigation strategies are in place. Explore & Evaluate: Assess digital and emerging data technologies and recommend adoption and innovation pathways. Understanding of improving system performance, security, operational efficiency, monitor and optimise IT infrastructure, applications. Essential qualifications: Real world experience in designing enterprise digital and data architectures. Experience in cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and hybrid cloud strategies and understanding of data platforms across these hyperscalers. Proficiency in Azure data services (Data Factory, Synapse, Fabric); AWS beneficial. Proven ability to translate business requirements into robust technical designs. Experience leading stakeholder engagement at senior levels. Strong understanding of cloud migration, data modernisation and integration patterns. Ability to evaluate and recommend emerging technologies Knowledge of governance frameworks such as TOGAF, DAMA, ITIL or COBIT. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Required qualifications to be successful in this role To succeed in this role, you should bring strong experience in digital and data architecture, strategic consulting, cloud technologies and stakeholder engagement. You will need a blend of hands-on technical skills and the ability to translate complex challenges into actionable strategies. Real world experience in designing enterprise digital and data architectures. Experience in cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and hybrid cloud strategies and understanding of data platforms across these hyperscalers. Proficiency in Azure data services (Data Factory, Synapse, Fabric); AWS beneficial. Proven ability to translate business requirements into robust technical designs. Experience leading stakeholder engagement at senior levels. Strong understanding of cloud migration, data modernisation and integration patterns. Ability to evaluate and recommend emerging technologies Knowledge of governance frameworks such as TOGAF, DAMA, ITIL or COBIT. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

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