Managing Consultant/Senior Manager - Data & AI Architecture (AI)

TL;DR

Managing Consultant/Senior Manager - Data & AI Architecture (AI): Leading the architecture and development of scalable, secure, and cost-efficient data, analytics, and AI platforms with an accent on cloud technologies, hybrid data architectures, and DevOps practices. Focus on designing next-generation solutions, innovating with AI-driven data solutions, and advising on enterprise data strategy.

Location: Office base in London, Manchester, or Glasgow (UK), with flexible working arrangements available. Must be fully flexible in terms of assignment location, involving periods away from home at short notice.

Company

hirify.global is a global business and technology transformation partner, accelerating dual transition to a digital and sustainable world with 350,000 team members in over 50 countries.

What you will do

• Lead the architecture and development of scalable, secure, and cost-efficient data, analytics, and AI platforms using leading cloud technologies (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Implement modern hybrid data architectures (Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery) and drive the migration of legacy systems to cloud-native solutions.
• Create Proof of Concepts and Minimum Viable Products for advanced analytics and AI platforms, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives.
• Build and streamline data pipelines, infrastructure provisioning, and deployments using DevOps practices, CI/CD, and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Shape enterprise data platform visions, develop architecture blueprints, roadmaps, and communication plans, engaging stakeholders and driving adoption.
• Champion user-centric design and storytelling to create compelling data platform solutions, applying industry frameworks (TOGAF, DAMA) and best practices.

Requirements

• Strong consulting experience with 10+ years in data technologies and architecture.
• 6+ years designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hands-on experience with modern data solutions (Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery, Synapse).
• At least 3 intermediate-level cloud certifications and expertise in cloud-native AI data architectures.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, ARM Templates, Google Deployment Manager) and DevOps practices.
• Solid understanding of ETL/ELT processes and modern architecture patterns such as Data Mesh and Data Fabric.
• Experience migrating legacy systems to cloud-native data stores.
• SC Cleared / Eligible.
• English: B2 required.

Nice to have

• Experience in UK Public Sector, Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI), Consumer Products, Retail and Distribution (CPRD), Telecoms and Transport domains.
• Knowledge of cloud cost management tools and best practices to optimise spend.
• Proven track record of applying Agile methodologies and leading cross-functional teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Work across a wide range of industries, delivering outcomes that matter to society, with freedom to experiment and innovate.
• Mentorship from leading experts in data and AI.
• Recognized as a “Glassdoor Best Places to work UK” for 5 consecutive years.
• Positive work-life balance with embedded hybrid working and flexible arrangements for all UK employees.
• Focus on employee wellbeing, supported by trained Mental Health Champions and investment in wellbeing apps.
• Commitment to positive social impact through tech, reducing carbon footprint, and improving digital access.
• Remuneration package includes flexible benefits options and a variable element dependent on grade and performance.