Data Architect(UK visa sponsorship available)

Job Description

The Role

The University of Sussex is seeking a skilled Data Architect to support its digital transformation and contribute to delivering the Sussex 2035 strategy.

This role focuses on helping the University structure, manage, and unlock the value of its data to benefit researchers, students, and staff. The postholder will:

Design and develop data models, mappings, standards, and products.

Support data migration, integration, reporting, and analytics projects.

Contribute to the University’s adoption of advanced data technologies, including AI.

Collaborate with business stakeholders, Business Analysts, IT Services colleagues, and other University teams to advance data-focused initiatives.

Please note: This is not a Data Engineering role.

About You

You will bring:

Demonstrable experience as a Data Architect (or equivalent role).

Strong knowledge of data-related solutions, models, and best practice approaches.

Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.

Experience using data processing, reporting, and analytics tools.

Familiarity with standards and frameworks such as Entity Relationship Modelling, DAMA-DMBOK, ArchiMate, BPMN, DMN, TOGAF, and related modelling tools (desirable).

About the Division

The University’s IT Services & Sussex Projects Division, led by the Chief Digital Technology Officer, is driving an ambitious digital transformation programme supported by senior leadership. Key initiatives include:

Major estate renewal and new student accommodation.

A full network replacement project to deliver state-of-the-art digital infrastructure.

Development of a fully data-enabled organization.

More information: IT Services & Sussex Projects

Why Sussex?

Our 150-acre campus, located next to the South Downs National Park, offers excellent facilities and transport links, including:

Falmer train station (five-minute walk).

Multiple bus routes across campus.

Cycle-to-work scheme and dedicated cycling paths.

Sussex is a world-renowned, research-led university where our people – staff, students, and partners – make the difference.

Learn more about our reward and benefits package
and our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

Key Information

Closing date: 20 October 2025, 3:59 PM

Interview date: To be confirmed (via MS Teams)

Start date: As soon as possible

Visa Sponsorship: This role may be eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship. See our Visa information page
for details.