Data Architect

We have an outstanding new opportunity for a Data Architect to join our Data Platforms, Products & AI directorate.

The Data Architecture team is at the heart of shaping the future of Virgin Media O2’s data platforms, services, and overall delivery. Leveraging data is essential for driving both our business and tech strategies.

As we roll out our company-wide Data strategy, we're on the lookout for a Data Architect to help define and implement our target data architecture, making sure it aligns with our business goals and supports our move to a cloud-based data platform. This role is key to our Data Management function and is crucial in bringing our Cloud vision to life.

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

In order to be considered, you must have the following experience;

• Previous demonstrable experience in a similar Data Architecture role within a complex, data driven technical environment
• Experience in creating and managing clear descriptions of data and its structures, including data definitions, models, metadata management, and data integration
• Demonstrable ability to design conceptual and logical data models, set up architectural frameworks, and establish high-level operating models and governance structures for data management. Act as the go-to expert on modelling standards, best practices, approved techniques, and data governance, including data observability
• Experience in creating data architecture that meets business needs, ensuring data access is efficient, flexible, and sustainable
• Evidence and ability of working with stakeholders at all levels of the business, both technical and non-technical. These may include data professionals, engineers, and business and operations
  
  

We'd also love you to bring;

• Data Analysis, Migration, Modelling, Integration, and Warehousing
• Data quality & observability process design
• Data warehousing and integration tools
• Cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Privacy, Security & Regulatory (e.g. GDPR) knowledge and implementation
• Master Data Management (MDM) emphasis on data governance, accuracy and consistency
  
  

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've applied the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a personality profile assessment followed by a competency-based interview.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.

Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.