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At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting edge defence technology to ground breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Principal Senior Technical Architect - Data at either our Farnborough or Malvern site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.\nThe Role\nAs a Principal Senior Technical Architect - Data, you will be a senior technical leader responsible for shaping and delivering advanced data, analytics, and artificial intelligence capabilities for Defence and National Security customers. The role focuses on designing mission-aligned data architectures, driving the adoption of AI/ML technologies, and integrating data-driven capability across complex systems.\nDay-to-day, you will function as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, the architect champions modern data practices, scalable architecture, and the responsible use of AI to deliver operations advantage and mission impact.\nYour responsibilities will include:\nTaking leadership of defence and security Data Architecture defining secure, scalable, and mission-focused data architecture across multiple platforms/environments\nShaping end-to-end data lifecycles and leading the design of data models, ontologies, data flows, and integration strategies\nTranslating mission problems into feasible AI/ML solutions and prototypes leading the early-stage innovation, experimentation, and technology evaluation\nIntegrating data pipelines, analytical platforms, AI models, and mission systems into coherent system of system solutions\nLeading data architecture and AI/ML components within major Defence & Security bids developing compelling strategies, architecture, and delivery approaches for customers\nLeading and mentoring data engineers, AI/ML specialists, architects, and analysts\nEssential experience of the Principal Senior Technical Architect - Data:\nExtensive experience designing and delivering data architectures and AI/ML solutions in Defence, Intelligence, or National Security environments\nDemonstrated leadership in developing data strategies, integration, and AI-enable capabilities\nA strong understanding of Defence data domains, mission workflows, and operation contexts\nHands-on knowledge of modern data platforms, pipelines, and technologies (cloud and on-premises)\nProven ability to influence senior Defence stakeholders and lead multi-disciplinary teams\nPrevious experience being involved in major complex bids and proposals within the Defence & Security domain \nEssential qualifications for thePrincipal Senior Technical Architect - Data:\nWe value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.\nThis role is 37 hours per week based at either our Farnborough or Malvern site. Hybrid working patterns are available. Customer travel will be required.\nFarnborough\nAt our Farnborough site exciting work takes place at our state-of-the-art facility, with high-energy laser technologies, our 5m pressurised wind tunnel which has a simulation capability that is unique in the UK and our large research and development projects is a real hub of creativity, research and innovation. Join our talented teams of Engineers, IT & Cyber Specialists, Project Managers, Group Functions Teams and many more to provide future defences in the UK.\nWhy Join QinetiQ?\nAs we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.\nAs a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. 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