Managing Consultant/Senior Manager- Data & AI Architecture

Job Description

At Capgemini Invent, we believe difference drives change. As inventive transformation consultants, we blend our strategic, creative and scientific capabilities, collaborating closely with clients to deliver cutting edge solutions. Join us to drive transformation tailored to our clients’ challenges of today and tomorrow, informed and validated by science and data, superpowered by creativity and design, all underpinned by purpose driven technology.

Join our Data & AI Strategy team and be part of the future of AI consulting. We are not just advising clients; we’re actively disrupting traditional consulting models by embedding AI into every aspect of how we work. We’re looking for changemakers with recent, hands on experience in AI development – people who understand the technology and can connect it to the bigger picture. You’ll help our clients build, scale and embed AI capabilities across their organisations, driving transformation from strategy through to execution.

YOUR ROLE

This role sits at the intersection of strategy, innovation and delivery, perfect for someone who thrives on solving complex problems. From Agentic AI in risk governance to AI sovereignty in enterprise architecture and enabling the AI empowered workforce of tomorrow, you’ll be working at the cutting edge of what’s next.

We DESIGN next generation data, analytics and AI platforms – you will lead the architecture and development of scalable, secure and cost efficient platforms that power both operational and analytical workloads, leveraging leading cloud technologies (AWS, GCP, Azure).

We ENABLE hybrid cloud transformation – you will implement modern hybrid data architectures (e.g. Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery) and drive the migration of legacy systems to cloud native solutions that unlock agility and performance.

We INNOVATE with AI driven data solutions – you will create proof of concepts and minimum viable products for advanced analytics and AI platforms, ensuring they align with enterprise objectives and deliver measurable business value.

We AUTOMATE for speed and reliability – you will build and streamline data pipelines, infrastructure provisioning, and deployments using DevOps practices, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).

We ADVISE on enterprise data strategy – you will shape the vision for enterprise data platforms, develop architecture blueprints, roadmaps, and communication plans that engage stakeholders and drive adoption.

We DELIVER impact through design excellence – you will champion user centric design and storytelling to create compelling data platform solutions. By applying industry frameworks (TOGAF, DAMA) and best practices, you ensure consistency, compliance, and scalability.

We SUPERCHARGE delivery – we leverage the power of AI to accelerate delivery and drive innovation for our clients and our business. You will be encouraged to experiment with new AI and automation technologies to build proof of concepts, augment research and automate tasks.

As part of your role alongside client work you will have the opportunity to contribute to the business and your own personal growth, through activities that form part of the following categories:

• Business Development – leading/contributing to proposals, RFPs, bids, proposition development, client pitch contribution, client hosting at events.
• Internal contribution – campaign development, internal think tanks, whitepapers, practice development (operations, recruitment, team events & activities), offering development.
• Learning & development – training to support your career development and the skills demand within the company, certifications, etc.

You will join a rapidly growing team of data, analytics and AI architects and engineers, united by a shared mission: to design and deliver next generation data platforms that power business transformation. We build end to end capabilities that align seamlessly with enterprise strategic objectives, enabling organisations to unlock the full potential of their data.

We are looking for exceptional Data Platform Architecture & Engineering Consultants to lead the design, implementation and optimisation of modern, enterprise grade data platforms. In this role, you will bring deep expertise in cloud native architectures, data engineering, and DevOps practices to help organisations accelerate innovation and achieve data driven success.

YOUR PROFILE

As a member of the Data & AI Strategy Team you’ll be part of the future of AI consulting. We look for individuals who align with our core values, are creative problem solvers and have a genuine interest in AI and emerging technologies. You’ll be passionate about helping organisations unlock the potential of AI, not just through technical delivery but by driving strategic change.

Below are some of the key skills and experiences we look for in candidates. We don’t expect you to hit every point – we want to build a team that has diverse backgrounds, perspectives and strengths.

Key Skills

• Growth mindset and curiosity – you’re always learning, experimenting with new technologies, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
• Strategic thinking – you have strong problem solving and analytical skills, with the ability to structure complex challenges and develop clear, actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills – you’re confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels, translating complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives.
• Strong understanding of data and AI technologies – whether through hands on development or strategic project exposure, you can confidently engage with AI concepts and tools.
• Strategic Leadership in Data, Analytics & AI Architecture – proven experience shaping end to end solutions that enable AI/ML workloads and drive optimisation through automation.
• Strong Industry Expertise – 10+ years in data technologies and architecture, with strong consulting experience.
• Cloud Data Platforms – 6+ years designing, implementing and managing cloud based architectures such as AWS, Azure or GCP, and hands on experience with modern data solutions like Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery, Synapse or others.
• Certifications & Technical Depth – at least 3 intermediate level cloud certifications and expertise in cloud native AI data architectures.
• Infrastructure & Automation – proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM Templates, Google Deployment Manager) and DevOps practices, and familiarity with networking, security and identity management for AI use cases.
• Modern Data Patterns – solid understanding of ETL/ELT processes and modern architecture patterns such as Data Mesh and Data Fabric.
• Migration & Transformation – experience migrating legacy systems to cloud native data stores.
• Consulting & Commercial Acumen – strong background in advisory roles, project scoping, budgeting and managing complex stakeholder relationships.
• SC Cleared / Eligible.

Technology & Consulting Experience

• Strategic Leadership in Data, Analytics & AI Architecture – proven experience shaping end to end solutions that enable AI/ML workloads and drive optimisation through automation.
• Strong Industry Expertise – 10+ years in data technologies and architecture, with strong consulting experience.
• Cloud Data Platforms – 6+ years designing, implementing and managing cloud based architectures such as AWS, Azure or GCP, and hands on experience with modern data solutions like Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery, Synapse or others.
• Certifications & Technical Depth – at least 3 intermediate level cloud certifications and expertise in cloud native AI data architectures.
• Infrastructure & Automation – proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM Templates, Google Deployment Manager) and DevOps practices, and familiarity with networking, security and identity management for AI use cases.
• Modern Data Patterns – solid understanding of ETL/ELT processes and modern architecture patterns such as Data Mesh and Data Fabric.
• Migration & Transformation – experience migrating legacy systems to cloud native data stores.
• Consulting & Commercial Acumen – strong background in advisory roles, project scoping, budgeting and managing complex stakeholder relationships.
• SC Cleared / Eligible.

Desirable Experience

• Domain Experience – primarily UK Public Sector, but also Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI), Consumer Products, Retail and Distribution (CPRD), Telecoms and Transport.
• Knowledge of cloud cost management tools and best practices to optimise spend and maximise value.
• Proven track record of applying Agile methodologies and leading cross functional teams to deliver complex data and AI solutions.

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE

Our team drives business transformation by architecting next generation data and AI platforms that reimagine enterprise operating models, unlock new value streams and embed AI into the core of business strategy. We work across a wide range of industries, delivering outcomes that matter to society. You’ll have the freedom to experiment, innovate, and shape your own career path, supported by mentorship from leading experts in data and AI.

NEED TO KNOW

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