Senior Tech Specialist (Data Analytics Solutions) (FTC)

Cadent Gas Ltd Lead the design of data‑driven solutions across Cadent We are looking for a Senior Technical Specialist with a focus on Data & Analytics Solutions at Cadent to cover a period of Maternity leave. You’ll play a key role in defining how data is designed, governed and used across the organisation, sitting within the Data & AI function, you’ll be responsible for creating high‑quality technical designs, standards and patterns that underpin our data platforms and analytics solutions. This is a senior technical role where you’ll operate as a subject matter expert across data, analytics and AI platforms, ensuring solutions are aligned to enterprise architecture strategy and deliver maximum value to the business. You’ll work closely with architects, platform teams and business stakeholders to shape the Data & AI roadmap, ensuring Cadent’s platforms are secure, scalable and optimised for both operational and analytical insights.Why you'll love this role: This role combines technical depth, strategic influence and cross‑organisational impact. Technical Leadership – Act as a subject matter expert across data, analytics and AI platforms, influencing design standards and best practice. End‑to‑End Solution Design – Lead the creation of high‑level and low‑level designs for data and analytics solutions across the organisation. Strategic Influence – Contribute to the Data & AI roadmap, shaping future architecture and platform maturity. Modern Data Technologies – Work across platforms such as SAP Datasphere, Databricks, AWS and leading BI tools. Governance & Standards – Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture, data principles, regulatory standards and security requirements. Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Partner with architects, engineers, programme teams and business stakeholders to deliver value‑driven solutions. What you'll bring: You’re an experienced technical specialist with deep expertise across the data ecosystem and the ability to operate at both strategic and detailed design levels. Data & Analytics Expertise Deep technical knowledge across data platforms, analytics tools and AI solutions Experience designing data‑driven solutions in enterprise environments Architecture & Design Skills Proven experience creating HLDs and LLDs for complex systems Strong understanding of data architecture, modelling, governance and lifecycle management Technical Platform Knowledge Expertise in platforms such as: SAP BTP and Datasphere Databricks and big data solutions AWS native data stack Visualisation tools (Power BI, Tableau, SAP Analytics Cloud) Experience with data governance and management tools (e.g. Informatica) Leadership & Influence Ability to act as a technical authority and provide guidance across the organisation Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills Analytical & Problem‑Solving Skills Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business‑focused outcomes Strong understanding of system reliability, performance and optimisation Qualifications & Experience Degree in Data Management, Computer Science or related discipline Extensive experience in senior technical or architecture roles within complex organisations Experience working in ITIL‑aligned environments and supporting mission‑critical systems