Overview

Databricks Solutions Architect (Modern Big Data) at NTT DATA

We are seeking a highly experienced Data Solutions Architect to join our Data & AI practice. The successful candidate will have extensive expertise in architecting and delivering modern big data platforms that are scalable, reliable, and business-aligned. This role focuses on enabling clients to harness streaming data, data lakes, lakehouses, and advanced analytics platforms, guiding them on data modernization journeys.

As a trusted advisor, you will collaborate with executives, stakeholders, and technical teams to define modern big data strategies, design cloud-native architectures, and implement best practices. You will thrive in a fast-paced, evolving technology environment, continuously expanding your knowledge to keep NTT DATA and clients at the forefront of data-driven innovation.

What you'll be doing

• Client Engagement & Delivery
• Solution Design & Implementation
• Modernisation & Transformation
• Thought Leadership & Knowledge Sharing

Business Relationships

• Client Partners
• Practice Leaders and Members
• Peer-level relationships within client organisations up to Head of Data Engineering, Chief Data Architect, CIO, and CDO level

What experience you'll bring

• 8+ years data architecture experience with enterprise-scale solutions across multiple sectors and a proven delivery track record
• Technical leadership at scale – Leading 15+ person cross-functional teams and serving as technical escalation point for C-level stakeholders
• Full data lifecycle mastery – End-to-end expertise from ingestion to consumption, including governance, security, and both batch/real-time processing
• Business-technology translation – Ability to align data strategy with business objectives and communicate across all stakeholder levels
• Databricks platform expertise – Deep hands-on experience with Databricks Lakehouse architecture, Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, and multi-cloud implementations

Must be eligible for SC clearance

Nice to Have

• Cloud-native architecture expertise – Hands-on experience with AWS/Azure/GCP, data lakes, real-time streaming, and infrastructure-as-code
• Presales & business development experience – Opportunity qualification, bid reviews, proposal development, and client-facing sales activities
• Data governance & compliance – Security frameworks, regulatory compliance (GDPR), data lineage, and quality management
• AI/ML integration capabilities – Experience with MLOps, analytics platforms, and integrating AI/ML into data architectures
• Agile delivery & thought leadership – Proven agile/hybrid delivery experience with contributions to practice growth

Experience, Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 8–12 years in data architecture, engineering, or consulting, with at least 4+ years in modern big data solution architecture
• Education: University degree required; BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field preferred
• Certifications: Relevant certifications in Databricks, Kafka, or cloud platforms highly desirable

Measures of Success

• Delivery of modern big data solutions aligned to client business objectives
• High client satisfaction and repeat engagements
• Leadership in client transformation journeys to cloud-native data platforms
• Contribution to practice growth through assets, accelerators, and thought leadership

Who we are

NTT DATA is a global services provider delivering consulting, applications, cloud, and infrastructure services. We value inclusion, collaboration, and continuous learning, with networks such as Women’s Business Network, Cultural & Ethnicity Network, LGBTQ+ & Allies Network, Neurodiversity Network, and Parent Network.

For more information on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion please visit: Creating Inclusion Together at NTT DATA UK

What we'll offer you

We offer tailored benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing, with continuous growth and development opportunities and flexible work options.

You can find more information about NTT DATA UK & Ireland here: https://uk.nttdata.com/

EEO & Accessibility

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to equity and diversity in our employment practices. We guarantee an interview to applicants who declare they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role, and we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process if requested.