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Job DescriptionAzure Data EngineerContract Length: 6 Months
Location: Hybrid (2 Days Onsite / 3 Days Remote)
Day Rate: Competitive Market Rate
IR35 Status: Outside IR35 (Preferred)
OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Azure Data Engineer to support the development and enhancement of a modern cloud-based data platform. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, building and maintaining scalable data solutions that support analytics, reporting and business intelligence initiatives across the organisation.
Responsibilities*Design, build and maintain robust data pipelines within Azure.
*Develop and optimise ETL/ELT processes using Azure-native technologies.
*Deliver scalable and high-performing data solutions within a cloud environment.
*Integrate data from multiple source systems into enterprise data platforms.
*Collaborate with Data Analysts, BI Developers and business stakeholders to deliver data requirements.
*Implement data quality, governance and monitoring processes.
*Support enhancements to existing data warehouse and reporting environments.
*Contribute to architecture discussions and recommend best practice solutions.
*Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues across production environments.
Required Skills & Experience*Proven experience as a Data Engineer in enterprise environments.
*Strong hands-on experience with:*Azure Data Factory (ADF)
*Azure Databricks
*Azure Synapse Analytics
*Azure Data Lake
*SQL
*Python

*Experience designing and developing ETL/ELT pipelines.
*Strong understanding of data modelling and data warehousing principles.
*Experience working with large-scale datasets and cloud-based architectures.
*Knowledge of CI/CD, DevOps and source control practices.
*Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Desirable Skills*Experience with Power BI.
*Exposure to Microsoft Fabric.
*Experience working within highly regulated environments.
*Azure certifications.
Deliverables*Design and delivery of scalable Azure data pipelines.
*Improvements to data quality, reliability and performance.
*Documentation of technical solutions and processes.
*Support the wider data strategy and cloud transformation initiatives.
What’s on Offer*Initial 6-month contract with extension potential.
*Hybrid working arrangement.
*Opportunity to work on a large-scale cloud data transformation programme.
*Collaborative and technology-driven environment.