Data Engineer

🚀 Data Engineer (Contract-to-Hire) | Microsoft Fabric Focus We are seeking a Data Engineer to join a growing IT team focused on building modern, scalable data platforms within a Microsoft ecosystem. This is a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity for someone passionate about data, innovation, and emerging technologies—especially Microsoft Fabric. 🔍 What You’ll Do • Design, build, and maintain modern data platforms (data lakes, warehouses, lakehouses) • Develop and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines using SQL, Python, and Spark • Integrate data from multiple sources including SQL Server, Azure SQL, APIs, and flat files • Create and maintain dimensional data models to support analytics and reporting • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across ERP, CRM, WMS, and custom applications • Enable advanced analytics and AI/ML through scalable data solutions • Establish and enforce data standards, naming conventions, and governance practices • Implement data security (access control, encryption, auditing) • Participate in on-call support rotation for production systems • Stay current on industry trends and introduce innovative solutions 🧠 What We’re Looking For • 3-5+ years of experience in data engineering or related field • Strong experience with: • Python & SQL • Azure Data Factory • Azure Synapse Analytics • Spark / PySpark • Databricks • Experience working within the Microsoft ecosystem • Experience with Microsoft Fabric (Lakehouse, Dataflows) preferred but not a must - Opportunity to work with and help shape the adoption of Microsoft Fabric as part of a modern, evolving data platform. • Experience integrating with systems like Dynamics 365, CRM, WMS, or similar • Strong understanding of data modeling (Kimball methodology preferred) • Passion for learning, innovation, and emerging technologies • Ability to collaborate with both technical and business stakeholders 🌟 What Makes This Opportunity Unique • Opportunity to work with and help shape adoption of Microsoft Fabric • High-impact role with visibility across the business • Blend of hands-on engineering and architectural influence • Collaborative, growth-oriented team environment • Clear path to full-time conversion