Managing Consultant - Software Engineering

A leading organisation in the music licensing and rights management space is seeking a Data Architect to lead the design and evolution of its enterprise data systems. With a vast and complex dataset spanning over 17 million sound recordings, this is a high-impact role at the intersection of data architecture, analytics, and digital transformation.

This is a hands-on leadership role, managing a team of 5-6 Data Engineers, and collaborating across architecture, technology, and business functions to deliver scalable, modern data solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the technical design and delivery of the organisation\'s analytic data platform
• Define and own data architecture principles, modelling standards, and governance practices
• Collaborate with architects, product owners, and external partners to shape scalable data solutions
• Manage and mentor a high-performing team of Data Engineers
• Support integration initiatives across cloud and legacy systems
• Represent data architecture in governance forums and strategic planning

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience designing and architecting complex, high-volume data systems
• Strong hands-on knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS preferred), Snowflake, DBT, and data modelling tools
• Experience with data integration, ETL, and API-based data exchange
• Familiarity with Data Vault, dimensional modelling, and master data management
• Excellent communication skills and ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
• Prior experience managing data engineering teams
• Background in music industry data or metadata (a plus)

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Up to £100,000
• Bonus: 10% annual performance bonus
• Pension: Up to 9% employer contribution
• Hybrid working: 3 days/week in London office, 2 days remote
• Flexible hours and collaborative culture

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Data Infrastructure and Analytics and Software Development

This is a rare opportunity to shape the data architecture of a mission-driven organisation with global reach. If you\'re passionate about data, leadership, and building systems that scale—this is your next move.