Senior Data Architect

Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations : Glasgow, Perth, Inverness or Aberdeen

Salary: £58,100 - £87,100 + performance-related bonus and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

We are expanding our data architecture capability at SSEN Transmission to support our business strategy: to deliver a network for net zero.

As a Senior Data Architect within the Data Architecture function, you will play a key role in shaping how data is structured, governed and used across the organisation. You will design and guide the delivery of data architectures that enable trusted, connected and high-quality data, supporting better decisions and outcomes across our business.

You will work closely with business and technology teams to ensure data is organised, accessible, interoperable, and aligned to strategic priorities, helping to unlock the full value of our data.

With an emphasis on data as an asset, this role requires leadership, effective cross-functional communication, and a strategic mindset.

You will

• Develop and evolve data domain architectures that support business activities, ensuring solutions are scalable and aligned to long-term strategic goals
• Design the structure and layout of data systems and platforms, while also assessing the impact of business change on the existing data architecture and support the prioritisation of these changes.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders across the business, translating needs into clear data requirements and building strong, trusted relationships.
• Ensure project data designs align with the overall data architecture, identifying and resolving issues early to support delivery. Work closely with application and integration teams to deliver reliable, well-documented integrations that meet agreed standards.
• Improve how data is structured, managed and shared, driving better quality, consistency and interoperability across the organisation

You have

• Proven experience in data architecture or data modelling, with a track record of delivering scalable, well-structured data solutions.
• Experience working in complex environments, with an understanding of data integration and data exchange at scale
• The ability to think strategically and link data decisions to business outcomes
• Confidence working with a range of stakeholders, with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly and influence decisions.
• The ability to analyse and interpret strategic plans, improving data flows, data integration and data quality supporting business initiatives

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day-to-day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact David.Brickell@sse.com / 01738 275 846 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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