• Suffolk County Council • Address: Endeavour House, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX, hybrid working • Salary: £60,135 per annum (pro rata for part time) • Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible working options available • Contract: Permanent Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at Suffolk County Council. We're looking for a creative and driven Data Infrastructure Manager to help us reimagine how our use of data can improve public services. If you’re 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 Council’s 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 council’s 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 the Job 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 don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. The team You'll 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 We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re 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 our Workforce Equality Report [https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-aims-and-transformation-programmes/the-councils-equality-and-inclusion-commitment-to-you]. For more information Please contact Daniel Cox for a casual conversation. You can contact them by calling 01473 265463 or by emailing daniel.cox@suffolk.gov.uk [daniel.cox@suffolk.gov.uk]. How to apply Step 1 • Read the Job and Person Profile [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/SCC/24375-Data-Infrastructure-Manager.docx] (Word). Step 2 • Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. Step 3 • Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/SCC/Other-Docs/SupportingStatementTemplate.docx]. 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 our How to Apply page [https://www.suffolkjobsdirect.org/#en/sites/CX_3001/pages/657088]. 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 our guidance for using AI [https://www.suffolkjobsdirect.org/#en/sites/CX_3001/pages/764097] to understand what’s 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 at recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or 03456 0144 12. You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages [https://www.suffolkjobsdirect.org/#en/sites/CX_3001/pages/757078]. Closing date: 11.30pm, 6 September 20 26. 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 As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities. In return, you’ll enjoy: * up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days * membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) * travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits * performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase * training and encouragement to expand your knowledge * a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation * diverse and active staff networks * flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day Plus lots more! If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk) [https://careers.suffolk.gov.uk/].