Data Infrastructure Manager (Redeployment 24375)

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Endeavour House Ipswich Suffolk IP1 2BX hybrid working
• Salary: 60135 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: 37 hours per week flexible working options available
• Contract:Permanent

This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only

Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at Suffolk County Council. Were looking for a creative and driven Data Infrastructure Manager to help us reimagine how our use of data can improve public services. If youre passionate about finding new solutions and making a real difference we want to hear from you.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

• Lead the design development and ongoing improvement of Suffolk County Councils data platforms helping us make better use of data to support services decision-making and transformation across the organisation.
• On a typical day you might be building data pipelines improving integration between solutions supporting cloud and on-premises data platforms or working with colleagues to turn complex business needs into practical scalable technical solutions.
• Work closely with analysts technical specialists and service teams to make sure our data is accurate accessible well-structured and secure.
• Help build and maintain modern data solutions.
• To play a key role in improving how data moves between systems creating reusable approaches supporting automation and making sure solutions can be supported effectively once they are live.
• You will use your technical knowledge to help resolve complex issues support root cause analysis and put preventative measures in place so our platforms continue to improve.
• Manage the BI Centre of Excellence and coach and mentor colleagues sharing your knowledge and helping other engineers develop their confidence skills and independence.

This is a great opportunity to shape the councils data infrastructure influence good engineering practice and make a real difference to how data supports people services and communities across Suffolk.

You will need

• strong experience of designing delivering and supporting data and technology solutions ideally in a Microsoft Azure environment
• a good understanding of modern data platforms and tools such as Microsoft Fabric Azure Data Factory Synapse DevOps Power BI and SQL along with confidence in data modelling data architecture and integration approaches
• to be comfortable translating complex technical and business requirements into practical solutions that are secure scalable and easy to support
• strong analytical communication and influencing skills with the ability to explain technical ideas clearly to colleagues partners and stakeholders
• to understand the importance of good service management continuous improvement data governance information security and reliable operational support
• to be able to work collaboratively building positive relationships and helping others develop their knowledge and confidence.

You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (JPP) which you can find in the How to apply section towards the bottom of this advert.

If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

Youll be part of the Customer Experience and Digital service leading the Business Intelligence Centre of Excellence team. Our team supports maintains and develops important enterprise applications integrations and data platforms that help council services make informed decisions and deliver better outcomes for people in Suffolk.

You will work with colleagues across IT Data Analytics the Intelligence Hub report writing teams service commissioners partner organisations and subject matter experts. We are a collaborative and supportive team with a strong focus on sharing knowledge improving how we work and building solutions that are reliable secure and sustainable. This is a role where you can influence technical direction support the growth of others and help shape the data foundations that underpin insight performance and transformation across the council.

Empowering Everyone

Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in ourWorkforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Daniel Cox for a casual conversation. You can contact them by calling or by emailing.

How to apply

Step 1 -Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).

Step 2 -Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template (Word).

1. Describe a significant Azure/Fabric data platform or integration solution you have designed and delivered.

2. Describe a complex technical or service issue you resolved and how you prevented it recurring.

3. Give an example of how you have coached mentored or developed technical colleagues.

Step 4 -Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

For guidance on completing your application please see ourHow to Apply page.

Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills experience and ideas. If used inappropriately your application may not be processed. Please read ourguidance for using AI to understand whats acceptable.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team ator. You can find examples of possible adjustments on ourReasonable Adjustment pages.

Closing date:11.30pm 23 August 2026.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid