Senior Data Engineer (Contract) – Microsoft Fabric & Azure Cloud Location: Remote Type: Contract (6-12 months, extension possible) About the Opportunity Are you passionate about building robust data platforms with the latest cloud technologies? We’re seeking a Senior Data Engineer to help us accelerate our data transformation journey using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Services, Databricks, and Power BI. This is a high-impact, hands-on role, ideal for consultants who thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy delivering enterprise-grade solutions. Key Responsibilities • Design & Build Scalable Data Pipelines: • Architect and implement end-to-end data pipelines leveraging Azure Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, Databricks, and Microsoft Fabric following lakehouse/medallion architecture. • Modern Data Modeling & Lakehouse Management: • Develop and optimize data models, Delta Lake structures, and curated data sets to power analytics and reporting solutions. • Enable Advanced Analytics & BI: • Partner with analysts and business users to deliver high-value insights using Power BI and self-service analytics frameworks. • Data Quality & Governance: • Implement data quality checks, data lineage, and governance standards to ensure trusted data delivery. • Performance & Cost Optimization: • Fine-tune Spark/Databricks jobs and Azure resources for efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. • Automation & DevOps: • Build CI/CD workflows and automate data deployments using IaC tools (ARM, Terraform, etc.). What You Bring • Proven experience in building enterprise data solutions on Azure (ADF, Synapse, Data Lake, SQL) and Databricks. • Strong command of Microsoft Fabric for complex pipeline development and orchestration. • Advanced programming in Python and SQL; experience with Spark is a plus. • Track record in implementing lakehouse/medallion architectures, ETL/ELT frameworks, and scalable data models. • Ability to deliver business-ready dashboards and analytics with Power BI. • Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach in cross-functional teams. • Previous contract/consulting experience is a strong advantage. Nice to Have • Experience with real-time streaming (Kafka, Event Hubs, Spark Streaming). • Knowledge of MLOps or integration with machine learning workflows. • Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Data Engineer, Fabric Data Engineer). Why Work With Us? • Challenging Projects: Be part of a next-generation data modernization initiative. • Remote Flexibility: 100% remote, outcome-driven environment. • Tech-Forward Stack: Work with the newest features of Microsoft Fabric, Azure, and Databricks. • Impact: Directly shape business outcomes and modern data practices. Ready to take your data engineering expertise to the next level? Send us your Resume and a brief note about your recent project experience. We look forward to collaborating!