Data Architect

Your new companyA leading organisation is delivering a high-profile data transformation programme focused on large-scale entity resolution and matching capabilities. Working within a secure environment, you will join a specialist delivery team responsible for building robust data solutions that support critical operational decision-making. The programme is expected to continue beyond the initial phase, offering the potential for longer-term engagement.Your new roleAs a Data Architect, you will lead the design and implementation of enterprise-scale entity resolution and master data management solutions. Working within an AWS cloud environment, you will define golden record models, develop matching and deduplication frameworks, and establish standards for data quality and governance.You will be responsible for designing scalable matching architectures across multiple data sources, improving linkage accuracy and performance, and supporting AI and machine learning-led matching approaches where appropriate. Alongside technical delivery, you will engage regularly with senior stakeholders and contribute to programme documentation and governance activities.This is predominantly a remote role, with approximately one on-site visit per month to the London area, with travel expenses covered.What you'll need to succeedExtensive experience as a Data Architect within large-scale data programmesStrong expertise in Entity Resolution, Record Linkage and Master Data ManagementExperience designing matching, deduplication and clustering solutions across complex datasetsKnowledge of golden record models, survivorship rules and data standardisation frameworksExperience measuring and optimising matching performance, including accuracy, precision, recall and scalabilityExposure to AI and Machine Learning techniques for data matching and entity resolutionStrong AWS cloud architecture experienceExcellent stakeholder management and communication skillsCurrent SC Clearance and NPPV3 clearance.What you'll get in returnCompetitive day rate (depending on experience)Initial 3-6 month contract with potential for extensionPredominantly remote working arrangementMonthly travel to site with expenses coveredOpportunity to work on a highly visible and technically complex data programmeFast onboarding process for suitable candidatesWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.ukTPBN1_UKTJ