Lead Data Engineer - Azure Cloud

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Data Engineer to join our team.

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on expert in Microsoft Fabric and the broader Azure data stack, with a proven track record of designing, building, and managing robust data pipelines and analytics solutions.

This role requires a strong leader who can architect scalable data platforms and guide a team to deliver high-quality data products.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable and reliable data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric and Azure Data Factory (ADF).
• Architect and manage a modern data platform, including data ingestion, transformation, and storage within a Data Lake and Lakehouse environment.
• Collaborate with data scientists, business analysts, and other stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver solutions that meet business needs.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across the data platform.
• Develop and implement strategies for data governance and compliance.
• Optimize data processing jobs and data storage for performance and cost efficiency.
• Mentor junior data engineers, providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of best practices.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for data pipelines and system architecture.

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Additional Skills :

Experience and Education :

Experience : A minimum of 8+ years of total experience in a data engineering role.

Education : Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

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