Lead Azure Data Engineer

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This role is for a Lead Azure Data Engineer with a contract length of "unknown" and a pay rate of "unknown." Key skills include Python, PySpark, Azure Data Factory, and CI/CD pipelines. Requires 7+ years of experience in cloud and big data environments.
🌎 - Country
United States
💱 - Currency
$ USD
💰 - Day rate
Unknown
Unknown
🗓️ - Date discovered
April 24, 2025
🕒 - Project duration
Unknown
🏝️ - Location type
Unknown
📄 - Contract type
Unknown
🔒 - Security clearance
Unknown
📍 - Location detailed
Cincinnati Metropolitan Area
🧠 - Skills detailed
#JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) #Big Data #Unit Testing #ADF (Azure Data Factory) #Synapse #Scala #Data Pipeline #Azure Data Factory #Azure Databricks #Agile #Cloud #PySpark #Spark (Apache Spark) #Data Architecture #Security #Databricks #Python #Terraform #Consul #DevOps #Data Ingestion #Spark SQL #Leadership #GitHub #Code Reviews #SQL (Structured Query Language) #Consulting #Azure #Data Engineering #Documentation #"ETL (Extract #Transform #Load)" #ADLS (Azure Data Lake Storage)
Role description

Ready to grow your career? We should talk.

Lead Data Engineer – Azure | PySpark | Databricks

Golden Technology is looking for a Lead Data Engineer to join our high-impact, fast-paced team driving cutting-edge supply chain data initiatives. If you're passionate about data architecture, love solving complex challenges, and thrive in collaborative environments, this is your chance to make a real impact.

As a Senior Data Engineer, you’ll lead the design and development of scalable data pipelines, optimize cloud-based data ecosystems, and mentor a skilled team of engineers. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring high standards of code quality, resilience, and performance across key initiatives.

What You’ll Do

   • 🔧 Design & Build Pipelines: Develop scalable data ingestion and transformation pipelines using Python, PySpark, Azure Data Factory (ADF), and Azure Databricks.

   • 🚀 Drive Development: Lead development initiatives with a strong focus on first-time-right (FTR) coding practices and continuous improvement.

   • ✅ Ensure Quality: Conduct code reviews, implement unit testing, and manage CI/CD workflows using GitHub Actions.

   • 🛠️ Reduce Tech Debt: Proactively identify and resolve technical debt, system vulnerabilities, and inefficiencies.

   • 👥 Mentor & Lead: Guide and mentor junior engineers, fostering an environment of learning and innovation.

   • 🤝 Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with stakeholders in Product, Cloud Security, DevOps, and Network teams to deliver integrated data solutions.

   • 🧠 Solve Problems: Troubleshoot complex issues in production environments and deliver performance-optimized solutions.

   • 📄 Document Everything: Ensure clear and thorough documentation of systems, processes, and architecture.

   • 📣 Communicate with Impact: Provide timely updates, insights, and technical recommendations to stakeholders and leadership.

What You Bring

   • 7+ years of hands-on experience as a Data Engineer in cloud and big data environments.

   • Proficiency in Python, PySpark, SQL, and working with Avro, JSON, and CSV formats.

   • Strong experience in Azure ecosystem: ADLS, Azure Synapse, ADF, Azure Databricks.

   • Experience with Terraform and DevOps practices in cloud environments.

   • Skilled in setting up CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions.

   • Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and delivery frameworks.

   • Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

   • Proven ability to thrive in a shared services environment and manage multiple parallel initiatives.

Why Join Golden Technology?

Founded in 1997, Golden Technology is built on the belief that great people create great outcomes. We’re more than just a consulting company—we’re a family-focused organization that values relationships, innovation, and community impact.

From Fortune 500 clients to high-growth startups, our partners rely on us to deliver top-tier tech talent that drives transformation. We’re committed to helping you not only find your calling but also thrive in it—personally and professionally.

🎮 Fun fact: We were founded around the same time as Final Fantasy 7, and while we’ve grown a lot since then, we still believe in leveling up—every day.

Apply now and be part of something golden. 🌟

Let's build the future of data—together.