A global medical technology company is seeking an experienced Service Engineer on a contract basis for 5-months, to support the launch and ongoing service of complex technology products within a regulated environment. You'll work with international R&D teams, product owners and service functions to design the processes, documentation, training and workflows needed for product deployment, installation, configuration and support. The role will also provide hands-on Tier 3 technical support, manage customer escalations and transfer new service processes into operations. Essential Skills Technical service engineering within an R&D or product-development environment Troubleshooting, root-cause analysis and problem-solving Creation of service documentation, workflows and technical training Product deployment, configuration, installation or upgrade support Customer escalation management and cross-functional collaboration Desirable Skills Experience within medical devices, regulated technology or another safety-critical environment Experience supporting cloud-based products, software platforms or system integrations This is a strong fit for Service Engineers who enjoy working between product development, technical support and service operations, with hands-on involvement in new product launches and complex customer escalations. Additional Experience of Interest 2-3 years experience in R&D environments Tier 2 or Tier 3 technical support Design transfer into service operations Systems requirements and requirements decomposition FDA, ISO or IEC-regulated product development Training technical support and field service teams Jira, Azure DevOps or similar tracking systems Customer-facing technical support Technical leadership during product deployments Availability to work onsite and travel when needed Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
28/10/2026
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A global medical technology company is seeking an experienced Service Engineer on a contract basis for 5-months, to support the launch and ongoing service of complex technology products within a regulated environment. You'll work with international R&D teams, product owners and service functions to design the processes, documentation, training and workflows needed for product deployment, installation, configuration and support. The role will also provide hands-on Tier 3 technical support, manage customer escalations and transfer new service processes into operations. Essential Skills Technical service engineering within an R&D or product-development environment Troubleshooting, root-cause analysis and problem-solving Creation of service documentation, workflows and technical training Product deployment, configuration, installation or upgrade support Customer escalation management and cross-functional collaboration Desirable Skills Experience within medical devices, regulated technology or another safety-critical environment Experience supporting cloud-based products, software platforms or system integrations This is a strong fit for Service Engineers who enjoy working between product development, technical support and service operations, with hands-on involvement in new product launches and complex customer escalations. Additional Experience of Interest 2-3 years experience in R&D environments Tier 2 or Tier 3 technical support Design transfer into service operations Systems requirements and requirements decomposition FDA, ISO or IEC-regulated product development Training technical support and field service teams Jira, Azure DevOps or similar tracking systems Customer-facing technical support Technical leadership during product deployments Availability to work onsite and travel when needed Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Cloud Environment & Release Manager Oracle Fusion ERP Programme Higher Education Our higher education client is seeking an experienced Cloud Environment & Release Manager to take ownership of the Oracle Fusion ERP environment landscape across a major ERP transformation programme. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring Oracle Fusion environments are managed effectively throughout the programme lifecycle, including quarterly Oracle updates, environment refreshes, release planning, testing coordination, and the establishment of sustainable BAU processes. The successful candidate will work closely with programme leadership, technical teams, and external partners to drive a structured and reliable release management function. Key Responsibilities Environment & Release Management Own the planning, scheduling, and execution of Oracle Fusion quarterly patching activities across Development, Test, Pre-Production, and Production environments. Coordinate environment refreshes, cloning activities, and release deployments in line with programme and business priorities. Manage release calendars, dependencies, risks, and stakeholder communications. Ensure downtime notifications, change controls, and risk assessments are completed and communicated effectively. Programme Collaboration Partner with the Programme Director, technical leads, and business stakeholders to plan and coordinate all Oracle ERP environment activities. Establish strong working relationships across Service Design & Transition, Testing, Platform Engineering, and wider programme teams. Support the successful transition of Oracle Fusion services from programme delivery into business-as-usual operations. Testing & Quality Assurance Coordinate regression, integration, and user acceptance testing activities following quarterly Oracle updates. Work with functional teams to ensure appropriate testing coverage and readiness. Manage defect resolution activities alongside Oracle, system integrators, and internal support teams. Maintain regression test packs and release readiness documentation. Governance & Compliance Ensure all environment and release activities are fully documented, controlled, and auditable. Support access governance, security reviews, and role-based access control (RBAC) processes. Prepare evidence and documentation to support internal and external audit requirements. Vendor & Stakeholder Management Act as the primary point of contact for Oracle Support Requests and escalation management. Work closely with system integrators, third-party suppliers, and internal IT teams to resolve environment and release-related issues. Provide regular updates to programme leadership and key stakeholders. Continuous Improvement Develop and implement a repeatable release and patch management framework for long-term operational success. Identify opportunities to automate and improve release and environment management processes. Monitor Oracle's product roadmap and support planning for future functionality and platform enhancements. Essential Experience & Skills Proven experience as a Cloud Environment Manager, Release Manager, or Environment & Release Lead within a complex technology programme. Hands-on experience managing Oracle Fusion Cloud environments (or similar enterprise SaaS ERP platforms). Strong understanding of: Quarterly SaaS release cycles and patch management Environment refreshes and cloning activities Release planning and deployment governance Regression and integration testing processes Experience working with integrations and middleware technologies, ideally Boomi . Understanding of security, compliance, audit requirements, and RBAC controls. Strong stakeholder management and vendor engagement skills. Ability to build effective relationships across technical and business teams. Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills. Key Deliverables A robust Oracle Fusion Environment & Release Management Playbook. Structured quarterly patch and release schedules. Comprehensive testing, communication, and readiness plans. Regression test packs and release governance documentation. Embedded operational processes to support a smooth transition from programme delivery into BAU support. This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in a large-scale Oracle Fusion transformation programme, helping to establish the processes, governance, and operational foundations required for long-term success. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
17/10/2026
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Cloud Environment & Release Manager Oracle Fusion ERP Programme Higher Education Our higher education client is seeking an experienced Cloud Environment & Release Manager to take ownership of the Oracle Fusion ERP environment landscape across a major ERP transformation programme. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring Oracle Fusion environments are managed effectively throughout the programme lifecycle, including quarterly Oracle updates, environment refreshes, release planning, testing coordination, and the establishment of sustainable BAU processes. The successful candidate will work closely with programme leadership, technical teams, and external partners to drive a structured and reliable release management function. Key Responsibilities Environment & Release Management Own the planning, scheduling, and execution of Oracle Fusion quarterly patching activities across Development, Test, Pre-Production, and Production environments. Coordinate environment refreshes, cloning activities, and release deployments in line with programme and business priorities. Manage release calendars, dependencies, risks, and stakeholder communications. Ensure downtime notifications, change controls, and risk assessments are completed and communicated effectively. Programme Collaboration Partner with the Programme Director, technical leads, and business stakeholders to plan and coordinate all Oracle ERP environment activities. Establish strong working relationships across Service Design & Transition, Testing, Platform Engineering, and wider programme teams. Support the successful transition of Oracle Fusion services from programme delivery into business-as-usual operations. Testing & Quality Assurance Coordinate regression, integration, and user acceptance testing activities following quarterly Oracle updates. Work with functional teams to ensure appropriate testing coverage and readiness. Manage defect resolution activities alongside Oracle, system integrators, and internal support teams. Maintain regression test packs and release readiness documentation. Governance & Compliance Ensure all environment and release activities are fully documented, controlled, and auditable. Support access governance, security reviews, and role-based access control (RBAC) processes. Prepare evidence and documentation to support internal and external audit requirements. Vendor & Stakeholder Management Act as the primary point of contact for Oracle Support Requests and escalation management. Work closely with system integrators, third-party suppliers, and internal IT teams to resolve environment and release-related issues. Provide regular updates to programme leadership and key stakeholders. Continuous Improvement Develop and implement a repeatable release and patch management framework for long-term operational success. Identify opportunities to automate and improve release and environment management processes. Monitor Oracle's product roadmap and support planning for future functionality and platform enhancements. Essential Experience & Skills Proven experience as a Cloud Environment Manager, Release Manager, or Environment & Release Lead within a complex technology programme. Hands-on experience managing Oracle Fusion Cloud environments (or similar enterprise SaaS ERP platforms). Strong understanding of: Quarterly SaaS release cycles and patch management Environment refreshes and cloning activities Release planning and deployment governance Regression and integration testing processes Experience working with integrations and middleware technologies, ideally Boomi . Understanding of security, compliance, audit requirements, and RBAC controls. Strong stakeholder management and vendor engagement skills. Ability to build effective relationships across technical and business teams. Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills. Key Deliverables A robust Oracle Fusion Environment & Release Management Playbook. Structured quarterly patch and release schedules. Comprehensive testing, communication, and readiness plans. Regression test packs and release governance documentation. Embedded operational processes to support a smooth transition from programme delivery into BAU support. This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in a large-scale Oracle Fusion transformation programme, helping to establish the processes, governance, and operational foundations required for long-term success. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Data Platform- Product Manager Location: Berkshire- 2-3 days a week onsite Contract Length: 3-6 Months Start Date: Early November IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Rate: 600 per day We are supporting an organisation embarking on a major Microsoft Fabric implementation and are seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead the delivery and adoption of a new enterprise data platform. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping a modern cloud-based data environment, working closely with technical teams, business stakeholders and senior leadership to ensure the platform delivers measurable value to the organisation. We are primarily looking for candidates who have successfully delivered data platform implementation projects and can bridge the gap between business requirements and technical delivery. Key Responsibilities - Own the product vision, roadmap and delivery strategy for the new data platform. - Act as the primary interface between business stakeholders, data teams and technology partners. - Define and prioritise product requirements, user stories and delivery backlogs. - Ensure alignment between platform capabilities and organisational objectives. - Drive stakeholder engagement across multiple business functions. - Work closely with Microsoft Fabric architects, engineers and data teams throughout implementation. - Establish governance, adoption and success measures for the platform. - Support change management and user adoption activities. - Monitor delivery progress, risks and dependencies, ensuring successful outcomes. Essential Experience - Proven experience as a Product Manager within data, analytics or cloud platform environments. - Strong track record of delivering enterprise data platform implementation projects. - Experience working alongside data engineering, BI and architecture teams. - Ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. - Experience managing complex programmes involving multiple workstreams. - Strong understanding of modern cloud data platforms and data capabilities. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Experience - Experience with Microsoft Fabric. - Experience with Azure Data Platform technologies. - Exposure to data governance, analytics or reporting transformation programmes. - Previous experience working within large, complex organisations. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
14/10/2026
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Data Platform- Product Manager Location: Berkshire- 2-3 days a week onsite Contract Length: 3-6 Months Start Date: Early November IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Rate: 600 per day We are supporting an organisation embarking on a major Microsoft Fabric implementation and are seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead the delivery and adoption of a new enterprise data platform. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping a modern cloud-based data environment, working closely with technical teams, business stakeholders and senior leadership to ensure the platform delivers measurable value to the organisation. We are primarily looking for candidates who have successfully delivered data platform implementation projects and can bridge the gap between business requirements and technical delivery. Key Responsibilities - Own the product vision, roadmap and delivery strategy for the new data platform. - Act as the primary interface between business stakeholders, data teams and technology partners. - Define and prioritise product requirements, user stories and delivery backlogs. - Ensure alignment between platform capabilities and organisational objectives. - Drive stakeholder engagement across multiple business functions. - Work closely with Microsoft Fabric architects, engineers and data teams throughout implementation. - Establish governance, adoption and success measures for the platform. - Support change management and user adoption activities. - Monitor delivery progress, risks and dependencies, ensuring successful outcomes. Essential Experience - Proven experience as a Product Manager within data, analytics or cloud platform environments. - Strong track record of delivering enterprise data platform implementation projects. - Experience working alongside data engineering, BI and architecture teams. - Ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. - Experience managing complex programmes involving multiple workstreams. - Strong understanding of modern cloud data platforms and data capabilities. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Experience - Experience with Microsoft Fabric. - Experience with Azure Data Platform technologies. - Exposure to data governance, analytics or reporting transformation programmes. - Previous experience working within large, complex organisations. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Data Engineer - Microsoft Fabric Contract 3-6 Months Outside IR per day Berkshire (2-3 days onsite) I am currently working with a client in Berkshire who is looking for an experienced Data Engineer to join a major greenfield data transformation programme. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the design and implementation of a new Microsoft Fabric platform from the ground up. The organisation currently has no enterprise data warehouse in place and is looking to build a modern data environment, making this a highly impactful project for an experienced consultant. We are looking for a hands-on Data Engineer who has successfully delivered Microsoft Fabric implementations within other organisations and can help shape best practice, architecture, and delivery. Key Responsibilities Design and build data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric Support the end-to-end implementation of a new enterprise data platform Develop and optimise data models, integration processes, and data flows Work closely with business and technical stakeholders to understand data requirements Establish data engineering best practices and standards Support the creation of scalable reporting and analytics capabilities Contribute to the overall data architecture and platform strategy Essential Experience Strong experience as a Data Engineer Proven track record delivering Microsoft Fabric implementations Experience building data platforms and data warehouses from scratch Strong knowledge of data integration, ETL/ELT, and modern data architectures Experience working with Azure data technologies Ability to work independently within a greenfield environment Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Contract Details 3-6 month initial contract Outside IR35 500 per day Berkshire-based, with 2-3 days per week onsite Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
14/10/2026
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Data Engineer - Microsoft Fabric Contract 3-6 Months Outside IR per day Berkshire (2-3 days onsite) I am currently working with a client in Berkshire who is looking for an experienced Data Engineer to join a major greenfield data transformation programme. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the design and implementation of a new Microsoft Fabric platform from the ground up. The organisation currently has no enterprise data warehouse in place and is looking to build a modern data environment, making this a highly impactful project for an experienced consultant. We are looking for a hands-on Data Engineer who has successfully delivered Microsoft Fabric implementations within other organisations and can help shape best practice, architecture, and delivery. Key Responsibilities Design and build data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric Support the end-to-end implementation of a new enterprise data platform Develop and optimise data models, integration processes, and data flows Work closely with business and technical stakeholders to understand data requirements Establish data engineering best practices and standards Support the creation of scalable reporting and analytics capabilities Contribute to the overall data architecture and platform strategy Essential Experience Strong experience as a Data Engineer Proven track record delivering Microsoft Fabric implementations Experience building data platforms and data warehouses from scratch Strong knowledge of data integration, ETL/ELT, and modern data architectures Experience working with Azure data technologies Ability to work independently within a greenfield environment Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Contract Details 3-6 month initial contract Outside IR35 500 per day Berkshire-based, with 2-3 days per week onsite Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Business Analyst - MS Fabric Implementation Contract 3-6 Months Outside IR per day Berkshire (2-3 days onsite) I am currently working with a client based in Berkshire who is looking for an experienced Business Analyst to support a Microsoft Fabric implementation project. This is an exciting opportunity to join a key data transformation programme, working closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, map business processes, and help ensure the successful delivery of a modern data platform. Key Requirements: Proven experience working as a Business Analyst Previous involvement in data-focused projects Experience supporting data platform, BI, data warehouse, or analytics implementations Ability to gather and document business and technical requirements Strong stakeholder management and workshop facilitation skills Experience working within Agile delivery environments Exposure to Microsoft Fabric would be highly desirable Contract Details: 3-6 month initial contract Outside IR35 500 per day Berkshire-based, with 2-3 days per week onsite Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
14/10/2026
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Business Analyst - MS Fabric Implementation Contract 3-6 Months Outside IR per day Berkshire (2-3 days onsite) I am currently working with a client based in Berkshire who is looking for an experienced Business Analyst to support a Microsoft Fabric implementation project. This is an exciting opportunity to join a key data transformation programme, working closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, map business processes, and help ensure the successful delivery of a modern data platform. Key Requirements: Proven experience working as a Business Analyst Previous involvement in data-focused projects Experience supporting data platform, BI, data warehouse, or analytics implementations Ability to gather and document business and technical requirements Strong stakeholder management and workshop facilitation skills Experience working within Agile delivery environments Exposure to Microsoft Fabric would be highly desirable Contract Details: 3-6 month initial contract Outside IR35 500 per day Berkshire-based, with 2-3 days per week onsite Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
We are looking for an experienced Azure Integration Engineer/Architect with a strong track record of designing and delivering enterprise-scale integration solutions. The individual should have extensive hands-on experience with Azure Integration Services, including Logic Apps, Azure Functions, Service Bus, API Management, and REST APIs, alongside a deep understanding of integration patterns and system-to-system connectivity. Key skills required include: Azure Integration Services (Logic Apps, Functions, Service Bus, Event Grid, API Management) Enterprise integration architecture and design API development, management and integration System-to-system integration across complex application estates Azure-native solution design and implementation DevOps and CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment and release management Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities within integration environments Experience delivering integration programmes within large and complex organisations Understanding of security, governance and best practices for cloud-based integrations Ability to work across business and technical teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions Ideal experience: Proven delivery of complex Azure integration solutions in enterprise environments Hands-on engineering capability rather than purely architectural oversight Experience modernising legacy integrations and implementing cloud-native approaches Ability to hit the ground running with minimal onboarding Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Location: 2-3 days a week, commutable from London & Berkshire IR35: Outside IR35 Rate: Approx 500 per day Start date: ASAP Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
14/10/2026
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We are looking for an experienced Azure Integration Engineer/Architect with a strong track record of designing and delivering enterprise-scale integration solutions. The individual should have extensive hands-on experience with Azure Integration Services, including Logic Apps, Azure Functions, Service Bus, API Management, and REST APIs, alongside a deep understanding of integration patterns and system-to-system connectivity. Key skills required include: Azure Integration Services (Logic Apps, Functions, Service Bus, Event Grid, API Management) Enterprise integration architecture and design API development, management and integration System-to-system integration across complex application estates Azure-native solution design and implementation DevOps and CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment and release management Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities within integration environments Experience delivering integration programmes within large and complex organisations Understanding of security, governance and best practices for cloud-based integrations Ability to work across business and technical teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions Ideal experience: Proven delivery of complex Azure integration solutions in enterprise environments Hands-on engineering capability rather than purely architectural oversight Experience modernising legacy integrations and implementing cloud-native approaches Ability to hit the ground running with minimal onboarding Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Location: 2-3 days a week, commutable from London & Berkshire IR35: Outside IR35 Rate: Approx 500 per day Start date: ASAP Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Data Architect (Contract) Location: Remote Duration: Initial 3-Month Contract Day Rate: 600- 700 Start Date: Mid Sep IR35: Outside Overview We are working with a leading university undergoing a significant data and insights transformation programme and are looking to engage an experienced Data Architect on an initial 3-month contract. This role will play a key part in shaping the institution's data architecture strategy, supporting multiple programmes of work, and helping establish the foundations for long-term data governance, architecture, and insight capabilities. The successful candidate will work closely with technical and business stakeholders, providing architectural leadership, governance support, and strategic guidance across a complex technology landscape. Key Responsibilities Lead data architecture activities across multiple transformation programmes and projects. Produce high-quality architecture artefacts, standards, and documentation. Design and document data flows, integration patterns, and system mappings. Review and assure solution and integration designs. Support the development of data governance frameworks and operating models. Facilitate architecture workshops, design sessions, and stakeholder engagement activities. Identify, manage, and communicate risks, issues, dependencies, and mitigation plans. Support programme delivery planning and sequencing through governance forums including Moderation Boards and Planning Boards. Ensure alignment with university architecture principles, standards, and governance processes. Present updates and recommendations to Architecture Boards, Technical Design Authorities, and senior stakeholders. Provide structured knowledge transfer and handover to the permanent Data Architect. Key Deliverables Data architecture artefacts and supporting documentation. Architecture assurance outputs for key programmes and projects. Reviewed solution architecture and integration design documentation. Documented data flows and system mappings. Contributions to the development of a data governance operating model. Data modelling standards and best practice guidance. Support with establishing a Data Authority function. Data & Insights roadmap and delivery timelines. Stakeholder engagement and communication plans. Risk, issue, dependency, and mitigation reporting. Updates to architecture repositories and documentation libraries. Knowledge transfer sessions and handover documentation. Regular progress reporting to programme leadership and governance boards. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience working as a Data Architect within large, complex organisations. Strong background developing enterprise data architecture frameworks and standards. Experience designing and documenting data models, data flows, and integrations. Knowledge of data governance, data quality, and master data management principles. Experience supporting architecture governance and assurance processes. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience facilitating workshops and driving consensus across multiple teams. Ability to work independently and deliver at pace within a transformation environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desirable Experience Experience working within Higher Education or the public sector. Understanding of university governance structures and decision-making processes. Exposure to enterprise architecture frameworks and modern cloud-based data platforms. Experience supporting Data & Insights transformation programmes. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
09/10/2026
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Data Architect (Contract) Location: Remote Duration: Initial 3-Month Contract Day Rate: 600- 700 Start Date: Mid Sep IR35: Outside Overview We are working with a leading university undergoing a significant data and insights transformation programme and are looking to engage an experienced Data Architect on an initial 3-month contract. This role will play a key part in shaping the institution's data architecture strategy, supporting multiple programmes of work, and helping establish the foundations for long-term data governance, architecture, and insight capabilities. The successful candidate will work closely with technical and business stakeholders, providing architectural leadership, governance support, and strategic guidance across a complex technology landscape. Key Responsibilities Lead data architecture activities across multiple transformation programmes and projects. Produce high-quality architecture artefacts, standards, and documentation. Design and document data flows, integration patterns, and system mappings. Review and assure solution and integration designs. Support the development of data governance frameworks and operating models. Facilitate architecture workshops, design sessions, and stakeholder engagement activities. Identify, manage, and communicate risks, issues, dependencies, and mitigation plans. Support programme delivery planning and sequencing through governance forums including Moderation Boards and Planning Boards. Ensure alignment with university architecture principles, standards, and governance processes. Present updates and recommendations to Architecture Boards, Technical Design Authorities, and senior stakeholders. Provide structured knowledge transfer and handover to the permanent Data Architect. Key Deliverables Data architecture artefacts and supporting documentation. Architecture assurance outputs for key programmes and projects. Reviewed solution architecture and integration design documentation. Documented data flows and system mappings. Contributions to the development of a data governance operating model. Data modelling standards and best practice guidance. Support with establishing a Data Authority function. Data & Insights roadmap and delivery timelines. Stakeholder engagement and communication plans. Risk, issue, dependency, and mitigation reporting. Updates to architecture repositories and documentation libraries. Knowledge transfer sessions and handover documentation. Regular progress reporting to programme leadership and governance boards. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience working as a Data Architect within large, complex organisations. Strong background developing enterprise data architecture frameworks and standards. Experience designing and documenting data models, data flows, and integrations. Knowledge of data governance, data quality, and master data management principles. Experience supporting architecture governance and assurance processes. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience facilitating workshops and driving consensus across multiple teams. Ability to work independently and deliver at pace within a transformation environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desirable Experience Experience working within Higher Education or the public sector. Understanding of university governance structures and decision-making processes. Exposure to enterprise architecture frameworks and modern cloud-based data platforms. Experience supporting Data & Insights transformation programmes. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales