Senior Manager, AI & Data Solution Architect, TC UKI

Greater Manchester

4 months ago

Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Senior Project Manager - Aerospace and Defence

Senior Project Manager – Sewage Treatment Works

Senior Marketing Manager - Luxury Automotive & B2B EV Propulsion Technology - Bicester, Oxfords[...]

Senior Commercial Manager - Space Systems (Hybrid)

Senior Engineering Manager - Avionics & Robotics

Aerospace Engineering Manager – Senior Manufacturing Leader

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join EY and help to build a better working world.

Grade: Senior Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced AI & Data Solution Architect to join our AI and Data consulting practice and lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge data and AI solutions for our enterprise clients. This role requires a strategic thinker who can bridge business requirements with technical execution, delivering scalable, cloud-native architectures that drive measurable business value.

Impact you deliver for our clients

Design and architect end-to-end AI and data solutions on Azure, AWS or Google GCS leveraging modern data and AI platforms such as Snowflake and Databricks Develop comprehensive architecture blueprints including data pipeline, analytics, and AI/ML capabilities Define data and AI governance frameworks, security protocols, and compliance standards aligned with industry regulations Lead technical discovery sessions with clients to understand business challenges and translate them into architectural requirements Serve as the trusted technical advisor to senior IT and/or business stakeholders across consumer products, retail, health, life sciences or energy industries Present complex technical concepts and solution roadmaps to both technical and non-technical audiences Lead architecture review boards and provide technical governance throughout project lifecycles Oversee the implementation of data lakes, data warehouses, and lakehouse architectures Ensure solutions are optimized for performance, cost-efficiency, and scalability Define integration patterns between cloud platforms, third-party applications, and legacy systems Actively contribute to practice development as a technical thought leader in AI and Data topics Understanding of building and integrating Agentic AI solutions into existing cloud platforms Mentor junior architects and technical teams on best practices and emerging technologies

Essential Criteria

One or more Advanced level AI and Data architecture certifications in Snowflake, Microsoft Azure, AWS or Databricks. Proven track record of architecting enterprise-scale data and ML solutions for organizations in at least one of the following sectors: consumer products, retail, health, energy or life sciences Deep expertise in at least one of the following data and AI services: Microsoft Azure, AWS , Google GCP Hands on experience with Microsoft Azure, Snowflake and/or Databricks

Soft Skills

Continuous learning mindset to stay current with emerging trends in AI, machine learning, data engineering, and cloud technologies Exceptional communication and presentation skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities Ability to manage multiple client engagements simultaneously Collaborative mindset with experience working in cross-functional teams Coaching mindset to support the development of junior team members

Desired criteria

Understanding of AI Architecture front end, UI/UX, and how AI is consumed Experience preparing technical solutions and architectures as part of bid responses and proposals Experience with identifying efficiency opportunities such as solution accelerators, reusable frameworks, and IP development, Agentic automation Deep understanding of industry-specific data challenges in Lifesciences, Health, Consumer Products, Retail or Energy industry Experience with domain-specific use cases such as commercial, supply chain, finance or operations

EY | Building a better working world

EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.

Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.

EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Feb 12, 2026

Careers

How Many Space Industry Tools Do You Need to Know to Get a UK Space Job?

If you’re pursuing a career in the space industry — whether that’s spacecraft engineering, mission operations, space software, satellite systems, ground segment integration or space data analytics — it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of tools, platforms and technologies mentioned in job adverts. One role wants experience with CAD and FEA software. Another asks for experience with GNSS simulation. A third mentions mission scheduling tools, RF link analysis suites, Python, C++, continuous integration — and it seems there’s always another acronym to learn. With so much listed, many candidates fall into the trap of thinking they must master every tool under the sun before they’ll be taken seriously. Here’s the honest truth most UK space hiring managers won’t say out loud: 👉 They don’t hire you because you’ve heard of every tool — they hire you because you can apply the right tools to solve real space problems, explain your reasoning clearly, and deliver results. Tools matter, but they always serve a purpose: achieving mission goals, improving reliability, reducing risk, delivering data, or enabling collaboration. Tools are enablers — not trophies. So how many tools do you actually need to know to get a space job? The answer is much fewer and far more strategic than you might think. This article breaks down: what tools employers really expect which ones are core across most space roles which ones are role-specific how to present your tool proficiency on your CV and in interviews

Feb 3, 2026

Jobs

What Hiring Managers Look for First in Space Sector Job Applications (UK Guide)

The space industry is one of the most exciting and multidisciplinary sectors in technology and engineering today. Whether you’re applying for roles in spacecraft design, aerospace systems, robotics, satellite communications, mission operations, payload engineering, space software, ground systems, or scientific research, your application must quickly show hiring managers that you are relevant, technically credible and ready to deliver. In the UK space jobs market — spanning organisations from startups to defence primes, agencies, research labs and commercial constellations — hiring managers do not read every word of your CV. They scan applications rapidly, often making a judgement about whether to read further within the first 10–20 seconds. This guide breaks down exactly what hiring managers look for first in space sector applications, how they assess CVs and portfolios, why specific signals matter, and how you can position your experience to stand out on www.ukspacejobs.co.uk .

Jan 24, 2026

Education

The Skills Gap in UK Space Jobs: What Universities Aren’t Teaching

The UK space sector is one of the most exciting and fastest-growing high-tech industries in the world. From Earth observation and satellite communications to space robotics, launch systems and deep-space exploration, the breadth of opportunity is enormous. The UK Government’s ambition to capture a significant share of the global space economy has driven investment, policy support and a wave of innovative companies — both established and start-up. Yet despite strong academic programmes and a pipeline of graduates with relevant degrees, employers in the UK space sector consistently report a persistent problem: Many graduates are not prepared for real-world space industry jobs. This is not a matter of intelligence or motivation. Rather, it reflects a growing skills gap between what universities are teaching and what employers actually need from space professionals. In this article, we’ll explore why that gap exists, what universities are doing well, where they fall short, what employers want, and how jobseekers can bridge the divide to build thriving careers in the UK space sector.