Data Solution Architect
Hastings Direct
Data Solution Architect
Hastings Direct
Underwrites car, home, and vehicle insurance
We have a fantastic opportunity here at Hastings Direct to join our successful Solution Architecture team as a Data Solution Architect.
Do you have the experience, knowledge and skills to help refine and deliver our strategic data architecture using cloud-native technologies, enabling AI and advanced analytics?
Are you passionate about data and how it is used to power a business forward through pricing, analytics and counter fraud solutions?
Are you excited by exploring data and AI technologies and how they can be utilised and optimised to provide fit for purpose solutions that meet the needs of the business?
About the role
You will be leading and undertaking data solution architecture and design work across the change lifecycle, as well as providing technical leadership, guidance and consultancy across internal teams. You will also help shape how AI is embedded into our data platform and architecture patterns.
Activities include creating data solution architecture designs, creating design principles and architecture patterns, selection of new technology as well as being involved in technical enablers and proof of concepts, including emerging AI capabilities.
We’re looking for great communicators who are able to work with stakeholders and development teams and synthesise requirements and technology into solution architectures and then champion the resulting architecture.
About you
We are looking for people with the following skills and knowledge or who are keen to broaden their existing skill sets:
What we offer
Join us and you’ll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company, and community. As one of our colleagues, you’ll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we’ll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.
Reward
Salary – Attractive salary based on experience + Car Allowance (pay reviews also completed each year)
Flexible Working – We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home.
Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings’ performance against our business goals and your own personal performance.
Physical Wellbeing – We like to help our colleagues take a proactive approach in keeping themselves well, that’s why we fund our colleagues to be able to claim against everyday health care through our healthcare cash plan.
Financial Wellbeing – As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes – discounts and cashback at
Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.
Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.
At Hastings Direct, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.
Job posting end date:
29/11/2026Underwrites car, home, and vehicle insurance
Hastings Direct provides general insurance in the UK, mainly car insurance, and also offers policies for vans, bikes, and homes. It sells directly to customers and through multiple channels, including price comparison websites and its own site (hastingsdirect.com) as well as a contact centre, to reach a wide audience. The productworks by underwriting policies and pricing risk using data analytics, while handling claims and offering ancillary products to generate revenue. The company differentiates itself with a direct-to-consumer, multi-channel distribution approach that blends online, comparison sites, and support channels, alongside data-driven pricing and underwriting. Its goal is to grow its share of the UK general insurance market by efficiently pricing risk, effectively managing claims, and maintaining a competitive expense ratio.
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