Overview

MCS Group is thrilled to be partnering with an exceptional client in Dublin as they seek a talented Data Architect to join them on a contract basis for a minimum of 12 months.

As the Data Architect you will lead the architecture of a modern, automated data platform on AWS. You\'ll set technical direction, champion engineering best practice, and guide a small team to build reliable, scalable data pipelines and services.

Hybrid 2 days in the office – Dublin.

Responsibilities

• Architecture leadership: Define roadmaps, set standards, choose tools, review designs.
• Hands-on engineering: Still coding in Python/PySpark, designing pipelines, embedding CI/CD.
• Mentorship: Guide and review other engineers\' work.
• Security ownership: Especially around AWS IAM roles and least privilege access.
• Governance: Data models, metadata, documentation, and standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with global colleagues; communicate designs clearly.

Requirements

• AWS data stack, hands on experience: Glue, Airflow/MWAA, Athena, Redshift, RDS, S3.
• Strong coding skills in Python & PySpark/Pandas & SQL.
• CI/CD automation: AWS CodePipeline, CloudFormation (infrastructure as code).
• Architect-level experience: At least 5 years in a senior/lead role.
• Security-first mindset: Solid understanding of IAM roles/policies and AWS security best practice.
• Happy to be on-site as required in Dublin (2 days per week).
• Full right to work in Ireland.

Strong daily rate DOE and strong chances of extension after 12 months. Not to be missed for those in this field!

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the contact method provided or reach out to Calum Omand, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group.

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