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Senior Data Engineer

Senior Data Engineer

Salary: Up to £70,000

I am working with a leading Microsoft partner that are currently recruiting for a Senior Data Engineer to join their growing team. This organisation is driving digital transformation for a wide range of businesses across the UK, specialising in delivering innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform, Azure and emerging technologies like Microsoft Fabric.

They are known for their consultative approach, working closely with clients to design tailored solutions that improve efficiency, enable self-sufficiency and accelerate growth. With a strong focus on scalable analytics and advanced business intelligence, they are modernising data platforms to deliver future-ready solutions.

This is a chance to join a genuinely people‑focused, high‑performing consultancy where you play a trusted role in delivering impactful projects. You will work with a talented, experienced and supportive team and enjoy true flexibility with options to work completely remotely or in office as and when you wish. With a culture built on inclusion and continuous development, this is an environment where your expertise is valued, your ideas are heard and your career can grow.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

Building and managing data pipelines using Azure Synapse, Data Factory, Databricks, or Microsoft Fabric
Designing and maintaining data lakes, data warehouses, and ETL/ELT processes
Developing scalable data models for reporting in Power BI
Work closely with stakeholders to understand the needs of their individual business and designing tailored solutions to meet these needsTo be successful in this role, you will have:

Hands-on experience creating data pipelines using Azure services such as Synapse, Data Factory or Databricks
Strong understanding of SQL and Python/PySpark
Experience with Power BI and data modelling
Commercial experience with Microsoft Fabric would be advantageousSome of the package/role details include:

Salary up to £70,000
Opportunity to work from anywhere within the UK
Performance-related bonus scheme
Pension scheme and private healthcare options
Enhanced family leave
Opportunities for training and development, including certificationsThis is just a brief overview of the role. For the full details, simply apply with your CV and I'll be in touch to discuss it further

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