Genomics England
genomic medicine and research
DataArchitect
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“Data Architect at Genomics England. Skills: enterprise-scale data architectures, data modelling, metadata management, lifecycle management, governance practices and standards, modern data architecture patterns, cloud environments, data strategy, data roadmaps and solutions, data lifecycle management policies. Lead the design and evolution of the organisation’s data architecture, including data models, metadata systems, and data integration platforms. Ensure that data solutions meet business, res”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure data is secure, high quality, and accessible for both healthcare and research teams, fully aligned with our technology strategy and architecture vision; drive best practices across data lifecycle management, metadata, integration, and analytics; streamline delivery and ensure consistency; demonstrating how data architecture supports services, products, and organisational goals; make a genuine impact here at Genomics England
Industry & Context.
Ability to balance strategic and tactical considerations in architecture decisions
Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale data architectures in complex, regulated environments, Deep expertise in data modelling, metadata management, lifecycle management, and governance practices and standards, Deep expertise and proven experience implementing modern data architecture patterns within cloud environments, experience engaging with senior stakeholders to influence and implement data strategy, Deep expertise in documenting, communicating, and implementing data roadmaps and solutions, Ability to establish data ownership, and design and implement data lifecycle management policies, Experienced working in big data environments (petabyte scale), BSc in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience
Nice to Have
Relevant certifications in data architecture, modelling, or enterprise architecture, Experienced applying TOGAF methodologies or equivalent enterprise architecture practices, Knowledge of bioinformatics data structures., Experienced with attribute-based access control and supporting tools that underpin this, Experienced applying DAMA data architecture practices, Practical experience modelling the data structures that underpin and support complex issues such as patient/participant consent within healthcare and research, TOGAF certification is highly value
What You'll Do.
Lead the design and evolution of the organisation’s data architecture
including data models
and data integration platforms
Ensure that data solutions meet business
and regulatory requirements
and are deliverable within the constraints of skills
Act as the subject matter expert on data management and modelling
providing guidance across projects and to other architects
Develop and maintain data architecture standards
and reusable artefacts to streamline delivery and ensure consistency
Communicate data strategy and roadmaps clearly to senior stakeholders
demonstrating how data architecture supports services
and organisational goals
Oversee the management of data dictionaries
and decommissioning strategies
Ensure squads are aware of and work to the standards set by Information Governance
and the Architecture chapter
Collaborate with technology partners and vendors to inform roadmaps and influence enterprise-scale data solutions
Contribute to shaping national and international standards relevant to genomics and research
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Act as the subject matter expert on data management and modelling, providing guidance across projects and to other architects; Communicate data strategy and roadmaps clearly to senior stakeholders, demonstrating how data architecture supports services, products, and organisational goals; Ensure squads are aware of and work to the standards set by Information Governance, Security, and the Architecture chapter; Collaborate with technology partners and vendors to inform roadmaps and influence enterprise-scale data solutions; Excellent interpersonal skills and a temperament that builds trust across technical and non-technical teams
Communication Scope
Communicate data strategy and roadmaps clearly to senior stakeholders; Deep expertise in documenting, communicating, and implementing data roadmaps and solutions; Excellent interpersonal skills
Full Job Description
Genomics England is a global leader in enabling genomic medicine and research, focused on creating a world where everyone benefits from genomic healthcare. Building on the 100,000 Genomes Project, we support the NHS’s world-first national whole genome sequencing service and run the growing National Genomic Research Library, alongside delivering numerous major genomics initiatives. By connecting research and clinical care at national scale, we enable immediate healthcare benefits and advances for the future. Our mission is to provide the evidence and digital systems so that by 2035 genomics could play a role in up to half of all healthcare interactions, whilst securing the UK’s position as the best place to discover, prove and benefit from genomic innovations. We are accelerating our impact and working with patients, doctors, scientists, government and industry to improve genomic testing, and help researchers access the health data and technology they need to make new medical discoveries and create more effective, targeted medicines for everybody. Behind the Healthcare and Research outcomes, Genomics England delivers through designing, developing and operating complex healthcare software systems. We're on the cusp of big changes with the real prospect of genomics becoming the fabric of everyday healthcare through the lifetime - from birth to old age. Accomplished Data Architect shaping how Genomics England designs, manages, and leverages data across the organisation. We’re seeking an experienced Data Architect, reporting into the Director of Architecture within the Technology and Product Directorate. You’ll sit at the heart of defining and shaping standards, patterns, and principles while drawing on your deep architectural expertise to ensure data is secure, high quality, and accessible for both healthcare and research teams, fully aligned with our technology strategy and architecture vision. In this critical role, you’ll act as a trusted architectural advisor to sen
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