Senior Azure Data Engineer

Senior Azure Data Engineer

Your new company

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that is investing heavily in its Data, Integration and AI Engineering capabilities. The company is committed to building enterprise-grade data platforms on Azure, enabling the business to unlock valuable insights and drive strategic decision-making.

Your new role

As a Senior Data Engineer specialising in the Microsoft Data Platform on Azure, you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing scalable data solutions. You’ll collaborate with enterprise architects and business stakeholders to deliver high-impact data products, mentor junior engineers, and continuously enhance the organization’s data engineering practices.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Designing and implementing data platforms and frameworks using Synapse Analytics, PySpark, Fabric, and Data Factory
  • Building business data products with lakehouses
  • Leading requirements gathering, design, and data modelling for business data products
  • Developing cubes and reports in Power BI and Azure Analysis Services
  • Partnering with enterprise architects to shape the enterprise data platform
  • Managing the data engineering backlog and ensuring timely delivery
  • Mentoring junior engineers and fostering a collaborative team culture
  • Exploring emerging technologies to improve data engineering practices

What you'll need to succeed

  • Strong background in lakehouses, data platform frameworks, and data mesh architecture
  • Expert-level knowledge in PySpark and SQL
  • Proven experience in data warehousing, data modelling, and delivering BI solutions using Power BI, SQL, DAX, and Azure Analysis Services
  • Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps, branching, and pipelines
  • Track record of delivering solutions for projects with large data volumes
  • 5+ years in technical analytics or data warehousing environments
  • 3+ years working with PySpark, Microsoft SQL databases, and Azure Synapse Analytics/Databricks

What you'll get in return

  • The opportunity to shape and deliver enterprise-level data platforms on Azure
  • A collaborative environment where you’ll mentor and grow alongside a high-performing engineering team
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and the chance to continuously innovate in data engineering practices

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.



LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Contract
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
NSW - Sydney CBD
Specialism
Data & Advanced Analytics
Ref:
2966895

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Philip Beacom, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Sydney City
Level 13, Chifley Tower, 2 Chifley Square

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