Data Platform Developer

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Cynet Systems, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! We are looking for a Data Platform Developer for our client in Toronto, ON Job Title: Data Platform Developer Job Location: Toronto, ON Job Type: Contract Job Description: Responsibilities: • Assess current Synapse Analytics workspace including pipelines, notebooks, datasets, and SQL scripts. • Rebuild or refactor Synapse pipelines, notebooks, and data models using Fabric-native services. • Collaborate with data engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to ensure functional parity post-migration. • Validate data integrity and performance in the new environment. • Document the migration process, architectural decisions, and any required support materials. • Provide knowledge transfer and guidance to internal teams on Microsoft Fabric capabilities. Required Skills and Qualifications: • Proven experience with Azure Synapse Analytics (workspaces, pipelines, dedicated/SQL serverless pools, Spark notebooks). • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric (Data Factory, OneLake, Power BI integration). • Strong Python and SQL knowledge required. • Experience with CRM Dynamics 365. • Solid understanding of data modeling, ETL/ELT pipelines, and data integration patterns. • Familiarity with Azure Data Lake, Azure Data Factory, and Power BI. • Experience with Lakehouse architecture and Delta Lake in Microsoft Fabric. • Experience with CI/CD practices for data pipelines. • Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally. Nice-to-Have Skills: • Familiarity with DataOps or DevOps practices in Azure environments. • Prior involvement in medium to large-scale cloud platform migrations. • Knowledge of security and governance features in Microsoft Fabric. • Knowledge of Dynamics Dataverse link to Fabric. • Microsoft certifications.