Azure Data Engineer /Lead

Long Finch Technologies

Fremont, CA

Posted On: Nov 19, 2024

Posted On: Nov 19, 2024

Job Overview

Job Type

Contract - Corp-to-Corp, Contract - W2, Contract - Independent

Experience

15 - 25 Years

Salary

$75 - $80 Per Hour

Work Arrangement

Remote

Travel Requirement

0%

Required Skills

  • Azure
  • AWS
  • GCP
  • Data Bricks
  • SQL
  • Python/Pyspark
  • Azure Synapse
  • Data Modeling
  • ADF
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
  • Lead the design and development of scalable and efficient data pipelines, ETL/ELT workflows, and data models within Azure cloud environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to define data requirements and design solutions that align with business objectives.
  • Design and implement dimensional data models (star/snowflake schema) using advanced SQL.
  • Develop robust, high-performance ETL/ELT pipelines in Azure Data Factory (ADF), ensuring reliable data movement and transformation between systems.
  • Utilize Databricks, Apache Spark, and PySpark to process large datasets and implement big data solutions. Apply Spark SQL and other big data tools for distributed processing.
  • Build and manage data solutions on Azure, using technologies such as Azure Synapse Analytics, ADLS (Azure Data Lake Storage), and Databricks.
  • Ensure that data pipelines and models are optimized for performance and scalability. Monitor and troubleshoot performance bottlenecks across systems.
  • Conduct hands-on coding assessments and tests for data processing and transformation jobs.
  • Review and ensure code quality, and promote best practices for data engineering.
  • Support cloud migration initiatives, moving on-premise data and applications to the Azure cloud platform.
  • Follow migration methodologies and ensure a seamless transition to cloud-based data platforms.
  • Provide clear and concise documentation for designs, architectures, and processes.
  • Create and deliver status reports, recommendations, and insights to stakeholders.

 

Required Skills & Experience
  • Expertise with Azure technologies like Azure Synapse, Azure Data Factory, ADLS, and Databricks is a must.
  • 10+ years of experience in SQL development, schema design, and dimensional data modeling (star, snowflake). Expertise in writing complex SQL queries and optimizing performance for large datasets.
  • Hands-on experience with ETL/ELT tools, such as Azure Data Factory (ADF), Informatica, and Talend.
  • Familiarity with data warehousing platforms like Azure Synapse, Azure SQL, Snowflake, and Amazon Redshift.
  • Strong experience with big data tools such as Databricks, Apache Spark, PySpark, and Spark SQL.
  • Ability to design and implement distributed data processing jobs using Spark frameworks.
 
Preferred Skills
  • Knowledge of Event Hub, IoT Hub, Azure Stream Analytics, Azure Analysis Services, and Cosmos DB.
  • Experience with SAP ECC / S/4HANA and integration with data platforms.
  • Intermediate knowledge of Power BI for visualizing and reporting on data.
  • Familiarity with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud deployment methodologies.

 

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in data engineering, data warehousing, and cloud technologies.
  • Strong technical background with expertise in data engineering best practices, cloud-based architecture, and modern data processing techniques.

Job ID: LF240489


Posted By

Andy

HR Manager