Azure Data Engineer

Azure Data Engineer

Posted 1 week ago by Trust In SODA

£550 Per day
Outside
Hybrid
England, United Kingdom

Summary: The Senior Azure Data Engineer role involves designing and implementing a cutting-edge data platform to enhance organizational decision-making through data insights. This position requires expertise in Azure data architecture and cloud data warehousing, with a focus on integrating diverse data sources and developing robust data models. The role also includes mentoring a small team and collaborating with stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable analytics. The position is remote-first with occasional travel to London and is offered as a 6-month contract with the possibility of becoming permanent.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess existing data infrastructure and shape a future-fit Azure data warehousing strategy.
  • Design and implement secure, scalable, and high-performance architecture in Azure.
  • Integrate diverse data sources including Azure SQL Database and Microsoft Business Central.
  • Develop robust data models, ETL/ELT pipelines, and implement governance best practices.
  • Partner closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable analytics.
  • Lead and mentor a small team of developers and analysts, fostering technical excellence.

Key Skills:

  • Proven expertise in Azure data architecture and cloud data warehousing.
  • In-depth knowledge of Azure Data Factory, Azure SQL, and Microsoft Business Central.
  • Strong skills in ETL/ELT, data modeling, and performance optimization.
  • Understanding of Azure networking, security, and access control (VNETs, private endpoints, etc.).
  • Experience implementing data governance frameworks.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Bonus Points: Hands-on experience with Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake, or Microsoft Fabric.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Purview and Power BI.
  • Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Data Engineer Associate, Solutions Architect Expert).

Salary (Rate): £550 daily

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Senior Azure Data Engineer

Location: Remote first with occasional travel to London

Type: 6-Month contract with a possibility to go perm

Rate: Up to £550 per day

Outside IR35

We’re transforming how organizations make people decisions — by combining scientific rigor with intuitive technology. Our innovative talent assessment solutions, including our flagship personality and aptitude products, are globally recognized for setting the benchmark in predicting workplace performance and potential. Backed by private equity investment, we’re entering an exciting new chapter of growth — and we’re looking for a forward-thinking Senior Azure Data Engineer to help us build a cutting-edge data platform that fuels impactful insights for our clients around the world.

What You’ll Do

  • Assess existing data infrastructure and shape a future-fit Azure data warehousing strategy.
  • Design and implement secure, scalable, and high-performance architecture in Azure.
  • Integrate diverse data sources including Azure SQL Database and Microsoft Business Central.
  • Develop robust data models, ETL/ELT pipelines, and implement governance best practices.
  • Partner closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable analytics.
  • Lead and mentor a small team of developers and analysts, fostering technical excellence.

What You’ll Bring

  • Proven expertise in Azure data architecture and cloud data warehousing.
  • In-depth knowledge of Azure Data Factory, Azure SQL, and Microsoft Business Central.
  • Strong skills in ETL/ELT, data modeling, and performance optimization.
  • Understanding of Azure networking, security, and access control (VNETs, private endpoints, etc.).
  • Experience implementing data governance frameworks.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Bonus Points For

  • Hands-on experience with Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake, or Microsoft Fabric.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Purview and Power BI.
  • Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Data Engineer Associate, Solutions Architect Expert).