Senior azure data Engineer

Remote • Posted 7 hours ago • Updated 7 hours ago
Contract W2
Contract Independent
6 Months
No Travel Required
Remote
$45 - $50/hr
Fitment

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Job Details

Skills

  • Azure Databricks
  • Azure Data Factory
  • Python
  • PySpark
  • data lake
  • DevOps
  • CI/CD

Summary

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, build, and orchestrate scalable data pipelines using Azure-native services.
  • Develop and optimize batch and near real-time data processing solutions using Spark and Databricks.
  • Implement and manage enterprise-grade Lakehouse architectures (Medallion architecture).
  • Perform data processing, validation, and automation using Python (PySpark, Pandas, NumPy).
  • Optimize performance of large-scale data systems, including Spark tuning and query optimization.
  • Work with CDC (Change Data Capture) pipelines and large-volume data ingestion.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performance data platforms.
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices for data engineering workflows.
 
Required Skills & Experience
  • Strong experience with Azure Databricks, including notebooks, clusters, and Delta Lake.
  • Hands-on expertise in Azure Data Factory (ADF) and pipeline orchestration.
  • Proficiency in Python (PySpark, Pandas, NumPy) and SQL.
  • Experience with Spark SQL, performance tuning, and distributed data processing.
  • Solid understanding of Azure ecosystem: ADLS, Synapse Analytics, Azure Functions, Event Grid, Key Vault, Purview.
  • Experience designing and implementing data lake / lakehouse architectures.
  • Knowledge of dimensional data modeling and analytics solutions.
  • Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD automation in data platforms.
 
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Microsoft Fabric.
  • Proven track record of improving pipeline performance (e.g., 30–40% optimization).
  • Exposure to hybrid cloud environments.
  • Prior experience working with large enterprise clients.
 
Additional Information
  • Proven experience delivering production-grade, scalable data solutions.
  • Strong alignment with senior-level Azure data engineering roles.
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  • Dice Id: 91125331
  • Position Id: 8969118
  • Posted 7 hours ago
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