Data Engineer

Job Description Azure Data Engineer Contract Length: 6 Months Location: Hybrid (2 Days Onsite / 3 Days Remote) Day Rate: Competitive Market Rate IR35 Status: Outside IR35 (Preferred) Overview We are seeking an experienced Azure Data Engineer to support the development and enhancement of a modern cloud-based data platform. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, building and maintaining scalable data solutions that support analytics, reporting and business intelligence initiatives across the organisation. Responsibilities Design, build and maintain robust data pipelines within Azure. Develop and optimise ETL/ELT processes using Azure-native technologies. Deliver scalable and high-performing data solutions within a cloud environment. Integrate data from multiple source systems into enterprise data platforms. Collaborate with Data Analysts, BI Developers and business stakeholders to deliver data requirements. Implement data quality, governance and monitoring processes. Support enhancements to existing data warehouse and reporting environments. Contribute to architecture discussions and recommend best practice solutions. Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues across production environments. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Data Engineer in enterprise environments. Strong hands-on experience with: Azure Data Factory (ADF) Azure Databricks Azure Synapse Analytics Azure Data Lake SQL Python Experience designing and developing ETL/ELT pipelines. Strong understanding of data modelling and data warehousing principles. Experience working with large-scale datasets and cloud-based architectures. Knowledge of CI/CD, DevOps and source control practices. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Desirable Skills Experience with Power BI. Exposure to Microsoft Fabric. Experience working within highly regulated environments. Azure certifications. Deliverables Design and delivery of scalable Azure data pipelines. Improvements to data quality, reliability and performance. Documentation of technical solutions and processes. Support the wider data strategy and cloud transformation initiatives. What's on Offer Initial 6-month contract with extension potential. Hybrid working arrangement. Opportunity to work on a large-scale cloud data transformation programme. Collaborative and technology-driven environment.