Azure Data Engineer

Azure Data Engineer – Microsoft Fabric (W2 Contract)
Job Title:Azure Data Engineer – Microsoft FabricLocation:Remote / Hybrid / Onsite (USA)Job Type:Contract – W2 OnlyExperience Required:10+ YearsWork Authorization:USC, GC, GC-EAD, H4-EAD, TN, H1B Transfer AcceptedJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Azure Data Engineer with 10+ years of experience in designing and implementing enterprise-scale cloud data solutions using Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Fabric. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in modern data engineering, big data processing, ETL/ELT frameworks, Lakehouse architecture, and real-time analytics platforms.The candidate must possess hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric, OneLake, Azure Databricks, Synapse Analytics, Data Factory, and scalable cloud-native data platforms.Candidates with Microsoft Fabric Certifications are highly preferred.Required Skills & Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Data Engineering and Cloud Data Platforms
• Strong hands-on expertise in:
• Microsoft Fabric
• Fabric Data Engineering
• Fabric Data Factory
• Fabric Lakehouse
• OneLake
• Azure Data Factory (ADF)
• Azure Synapse Analytics
• Azure Databricks
• Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS Gen2)
• Strong experience with:
• Python
• PySpark
• SQL
• Spark SQL
• Delta Lake
• Expertise in:
• ETL/ELT Pipeline Development
• Data Warehousing
• Medallion Architecture
• Dimensional Data Modeling
• Data Migration & Modernization
• Experience working with:
• Real-time Streaming
• Kafka
• Event Hub
• Stream Analytics
• Strong knowledge of:
• Data Governance
• Microsoft Purview
• RBAC & Security
• Data Lineage
• Data Quality Frameworks
• Experience integrating Fabric with Power BI and enterprise reporting solutions
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines using:
• Azure DevOps
• GitHub Actions
• Terraform / ARM / Bicep
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred CertificationsThe following certifications are highly preferred:

• Microsoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate (DP-600)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP-203)
• Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Databricks Certified Data Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design, build, and optimize scalable cloud-native data solutions using Azure and Microsoft Fabric
• Develop enterprise-grade Lakehouse architectures and modern analytics platforms
• Build high-performance ETL/ELT pipelines for structured and unstructured data
• Implement secure and governed data platforms using Microsoft best practices
• Collaborate with Architects, Data Scientists, BI Teams, and Business Stakeholders
• Optimize data processing performance, scalability, and operational cost
• Implement DevOps and Infrastructure-as-Code practices for deployment automation
• Support cloud migration and modernization initiatives
• Create reusable frameworks, standards, and best practices for data engineering teams

Nice to Have

• Experience with Snowflake or Redshift
• Exposure to AI/ML and Copilot-enabled analytics solutions
• Knowledge of Data Mesh architecture
• Experience in Banking, Healthcare, Retail, or Insurance domains
• Kubernetes and containerized workload exposure

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale Microsoft Fabric initiatives
• Exposure to latest Azure cloud and modern analytics technologies
• Long-term W2 Contract opportunity
• Collaborative and innovation-driven environment
• High visibility projects with Fortune 500 clients

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hourWork Location: In person