Summary: The Azure/Python Data Engineer role involves developing, maintaining, and testing Python-based applications and services, with a strong emphasis on clean coding practices and efficient testing. The position requires collaboration with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and utilize Azure for resource deployment and automation. Candidates should possess strong technical skills in Python, SQL, and familiarity with various development tools and practices. The role is based in London, United Kingdom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and test Python-based applications and services.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-tested code using Pytest for unit testing.
• Work with Poetry for dependency management and packaging.
• Utilize VS Code with Dev Containers to standardize development environments.
• Write and optimize SQL queries to interact with relational databases.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using ADO or GitLab.
• Leverage OpenTelemetry for observability and performance monitoring.
• Interact with and deploy resources using Azure Portal and automation scripts.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in coding, testing, and deployment across projects.

Key Skills:

• Strong proficiency in Python development
• Experience with Pytest for unit testing
• Familiarity with OpenTelemetry (basic exposure acceptable)
• Proficient in using Poetry for dependency and packaging management
• Comfortable using VS Code, particularly with Dev Containers
• Solid experience in SQL querying
• Experience with CI/CD tools, preferably Azure DevOps (ADO) or GitLab
• Experience in creating and maintaining automation pipelines
• Generalist knowledge of Azure (via Portal and automation)
• Exposure to Azure automation tools and cloud-based deployment models

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT