Data Tech Lead

Job Title: Data Tech Lead
Location: Leeds / Hybrid
Duration: 6 months initially
Contract: Competitive daily rate, Outside IR35

Why Apply?
This is a high-impact contract opportunity for an experienced Data Tech Lead to play a key role in a major data platform initiative within a complex Azure environment. The role sits at the intersection of hands-on technical depth and strategic architectural decision-making, working across both engineering teams and senior stakeholders to bring clarity, structure, and direction to an evolving data landscape.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead a comprehensive discovery and assessment of an existing data platform and architecture
• Map current-state data systems and identify gaps, risks, and dependencies
• Evaluate alignment between existing architecture and future-state data strategy
• Provide clear, structured recommendations to support strategic decision-making
• Work hands-on with data engineers where required
• Engage with senior stakeholders, including C-suite, to communicate findings and influence direction
• Assess data pipelines, integrations, and platform components across Azure technologies
• Support definition of roadmap and next steps following discovery phase

Job Requirements

• Proven experience in leadership positions
• Strong background in data architecture assessment, discovery, or technical review work
• Hands-on expertise with Azure data platforms (Databricks, Synapse, Fabric)
• Strong programming skills in SQL, Python, and PySpark
• Knowledge of streaming technologies (Kafka, Azure Event Hubs)
• ETL experience using Azure Data Factory
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including experience working with senior leadership
• Ability to operate in complex, evolving environments

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.