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Azure Data Engineer (ID: 3870)

Summary

Build and maintain Azure-based data pipelines using ADF, Databricks, PySpark, and Azure DevOps to process large-scale datasets and automate ETL workflows.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines using Azure Data Factory (ADF) and Azure Databricks.
  • Build and optimize large-scale data processing solutions using PySpark and Databricks.
  • Develop robust ETL/ELT workflows using Python for data extraction, transformation, and loading.
  • Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps to automate deployment and testing of data solutions.
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders, data architects, and engineering teams to translate data requirements into scalable solutions.
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize data pipelines to ensure high performance, reliability, and scalability.
  • Ensure data quality, security, governance, and compliance with industry best practices.
  • Document technical solutions and contribute to continuous improvement of cloud data engineering practices.

What You Bring to the Table

  • 5+ years of experience in Data Engineering with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure.
  • Hands‑on experience with Azure Data Factory (ADF) for orchestrating data movement and transformation workflows.
  • Proficiency in Python and PySpark for distributed data processing and ETL development.
  • Strong knowledge of SQL for querying, transforming, and managing large datasets.
  • Experience working with cloud‑based data platforms and modern data engineering best practices.
  • Good understanding of data security, performance tuning, and optimization techniques.
  • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and debugging skills.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and technical documentation skills.

You Should Possess the Ability to

  • Design and develop scalable, high‑performance cloud data solutions.
  • Build and optimize complex ETL/ELT pipelines for large datasets.
  • Process and analyze big data efficiently using PySpark and Databricks.
  • Automate deployments through Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve data pipeline failures and performance bottlenecks.
  • Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional technical and business teams.
  • Work independently while managing multiple priorities in an Agile environment.
  • Follow cloud security, governance, and data quality best practices.
  • Continuously improve data engineering processes through automation and optimization.

What We Bring to the Table

  • Opportunity to work on enterprise‑scale Azure cloud data engineering projects.
  • Exposure to modern cloud‑native technologies including Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, PySpark, and Azure DevOps.
  • Collaborative environment that encourages innovation and knowledge sharing.
  • Opportunities to work with large‑scale data platforms and cloud transformation initiatives.
  • Continuous learning and professional development in Azure cloud technologies.

Let’s Connect

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