AI & Data - Data Solution Architect - Manager

Role overview

EY is hiring a Data Solution Architect at manager level within its UKI Data & AI practice. This permanent full-time role is based in Ireland, with office options across Dublin, Cork, Limerick, and Galway. The position is not open to work visa sponsorship. You will help clients unlock greater value from their data by designing practical, high-impact analytics and architecture solutions that support business change, governance, and growth.

As part of a globally connected consulting environment, you will work across multiple sectors and collaborate with assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax, and transactions teams where needed. The role combines client advisory, solution design, team leadership, and hands-on architecture work.

What you will do

• Lead multi-skilled teams working with a range of data and analytics technologies.
• Adjust leadership and communication styles to suit different teams, clients, and cultural settings, while spotting risks early and escalating issues appropriately.
• Build a strong learning environment by coaching junior colleagues, sharing best practices, and passing on industry and technical knowledge.
• Design and deliver data assets such as data models, integration layers, storage structures, and governance controls using sound industry practice and client needs.
• Apply advanced data modelling methods to develop enterprise data models.
• Put data management practices into action, including metadata management, data quality controls, and data testing.
• Work with data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to convert business needs into technical specifications and solution designs.
• Review current data architectures, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend remediation plans that strengthen data management processes and systems.
• Create and lead data migration approaches, making sure migration work protects data integrity and limits disruption to client operations.
• Serve as a trusted client advisor on data architecture, data governance, data quality, and data security.
• Stay up to date with new technologies, market developments, and evolving standards, and use that knowledge to strengthen innovation and consulting offerings.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in data analysis and data strategy, with a strong record of turning complex datasets into clear and impactful visual stories.
• A strong academic background, ideally a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, information systems, or a related discipline.
• Proven capability in data modelling and database design, including ER models, dimensional models, data vaults, and hierarchical or network data models.
• Substantial experience writing code for SQL and NoSQL databases across a variety of on-premise and cloud platforms.
• Deep knowledge of data integration, ETL workflows, and data warehouse architecture.
• Exposure to big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or cloud data services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for large-scale processing and analytics.
• Solid understanding of data quality methods such as profiling, cleansing, and validation.
• Ability to produce detailed documentation for data models, processes, and governance frameworks.
• Experience building and managing real-time data streams using tools such as Apache Kafka, Apache Flink, or similar technologies.
• Experience designing and implementing data governance frameworks and operating practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex business needs into effective data solutions.
• Excellent client-facing communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships at different levels of an organisation.
• Strong leadership capability with experience mentoring consultants and driving project outcomes.

Preferred profile

• Ability to keep pace with changing industry trends and apply current best practices to data strategy and operations.
• Consulting experience, including providing strategic guidance and practical solutions to business problems.
• Working knowledge of a broad mix of database technologies, from relational and NoSQL systems to cloud-based data platforms.

Benefits and rewards

• Competitive compensation package.
• Flexible working support as part of a broader Total Rewards offering.
• Choice of benefits through FlexEY, including holidays, health and wellbeing, insurance, savings, discounts, offers, and promotions.
• Coaching and support from experienced colleagues.
• Opportunities to build new capabilities and progress your career.
• Flexibility to shape how you carry out your work in a way that suits you.
• Pension.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Web Doctor with free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family.
• Option to buy extra annual leave.
• Hybrid working.
• Free gym membership.
• Travel pass.
• Maternity and paternity leave.
• Bike-to-work scheme.
• Recognition awards.
• Cash referral incentives.
• Work mobile.
• TECH MBA paid by EY.
• Wellness rooms available in some offices.

Culture and progression

EY promotes an inclusive environment where flexibility, learning, and long-term growth are encouraged. From day one, you will be supported to strengthen your capabilities, access continuous learning, and shape a career path that reflects your goals. The organisation also emphasises transformative leadership, diversity, and the freedom to work in a way that delivers value while balancing personal priorities.

Additional information

• Location: Ireland - Dublin / Cork / Limerick / Galway.
• Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: No.
• Business area: UKI Data & AI.
• Contract type: Full-Time, Permanent.
• This role may involve regular travel for client-facing work and, at times, working from client sites.
• Flexible working arrangements are available.
• Applications are welcomed from people of all backgrounds, and reasonable accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process.
• Agency submissions must go through the talent team; unsolicited CVs or profiles sent directly to hiring managers will not be accepted.

About EY

EY is a global professional services organisation focused on assurance, consulting, tax, strategy, and transactions. Using data, AI, and advanced technology, its teams help clients address current and future challenges, build trust, and create long-term value for people, society, and the planet.

Inclusion and diversity

EY says it values different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, and aims to build a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to contribute fully. The company describes equal opportunity as central to its hiring approach and states that it supports reasonable accommodations during recruitment.