Enterprise Architect (Data)


Company:	The University of Nottingham
Salary:	£59,966 to £73,686 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	NG8 1BB
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 2 days remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	13 Sept 2026
Closing date:	27 Sept 2026

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Summary

The University of Nottingham is seeking an experienced and visionary Data Architect to help shape our future as a truly data-driven institution.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key strategic role in enabling the university to realise maximum value from its extensive data assets. Working across a complex, global organisation, you will lead the development of a coherent enterprise data architecture that supports world-class education, research and professional services.

As a senior member of our digital and technology community, you will work closely with data, analytics and technology leaders to define the future-state architecture for data management, integration, reporting, analytics and digital intelligence capabilities. You will develop strategic roadmaps and investment plans that align technology choices with the university's long-term ambitions.

The role will involve creating and maintaining enterprise data models, information architectures and integration standards that support effective decision-making, data governance and information security. You will define the direction of enterprise integration services, champion API-led approaches, and provide expert oversight to ensure projects and technology investments align with agreed architectural principles and strategic priorities.

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