11/09/2025 Manager_Data_Architect

Job Description

Join Us

At Vodafone, we're not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers - we're shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you're part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.

What you'll do

- Conduct end-to-end impact assessments across all subject areas for new demands.
- Create and maintain comprehensive data architecture documentation including data models, flow diagrams, and technical specifications.
- Design and implement data pipelines integrating multiple sources, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to align data strategies with organisational goals.
- Support software migration and perform production checks.
- Govern the application of architecture principles within projects.
- Manage database refresh and decommissioning programmes while maintaining service availability.
- Ensure correct database configuration and documentation of infrastructure changes.
- Support third-level supplier engineering teams in root cause analysis and remediation.
- Propose system enhancements and innovative solutions.

Who you are

You are a detail-oriented and collaborative professional with a strong foundation in data architecture and cloud technologies. You possess excellent communication skills and are comfortable working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You are passionate about creating scalable data solutions and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

What skills you need

- Strong knowledge of Teradata systems and related products.
- Proficient in SQL and data modelling concepts.
- Experience with GCP tools including Cloud Composer, BigQuery, Pub/Sub, and Cloud Functions.
- Proven ability to communicate complex data concepts effectively.
- Experience in IT infrastructure management environments.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and drive customer satisfaction.

What skills you will learn

- Advanced cloud architecture and data governance practices.
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
- Innovation in data pipeline design and optimisation.
- Exposure to global BI projects and scalable data solutions.
- Enhanced leadership and decision-making capabilities.

Not a perfect fit

Worried that you don't meet all the desired criteria exactly At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.

What's in it for you

Who we are

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

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Together we can.

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