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Data Engineer

Data Engineer - Remote - Azure - Databricks - Up to £55k

Join a rapidly growing Microsoft consultancy that's redefining what's possible with cloud data. This is your chance to work on innovative, enterprise-scale projects, build next‑gen data platforms, and help clients accelerate their transformation journeys. If you want to be at the cutting edge of Azure data engineering, this is the place to do it.

What You'll Be Doing

Architect and deliver scalable solutions using Databricks, Synapse, and Microsoft Fabric
Build & optimise ETL/ELT pipelines and robust data models using SQL & Python
Create powerful, insight-driven Power BI dashboards
Implement data lakes and medallion lakehouse architectures
Champion data quality, governance, and security
Collaborate in an Agile, cross-functional environment
Drive cloud migrations and promote best practices across data engineering

What's In It for You

Fast Growth & High-Impact Projects - Work on cutting-edge Microsoft cloud solutions
Investment in You - Certifications, structured career development & continuous training
Fully Remote - Home-based role with paid travel when needed
25 Days Holiday
Life Assurance (4x salary)
Enhanced Parental Leave

What You'll Bring

Strong experience with Azure Synapse, Databricks, and/or Microsoft Fabric
Expertise in ETL/ELT development using SQL & Python
Experience working with data lakes and large datasets
Solid understanding of BI and data warehousing concepts

This is one of the most sought-after teams in the Microsoft data space, and roles here don't stay open for long. If you want to be part of a high-growth consultancy delivering industry-defining cloud solutions, apply now before the opportunity is gone

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