• Data Engineer

    Robert Half Technology (Houston, TX)


    Description

    We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer with expertise in Microsoft Fabric to join our team and help craft cutting-edge data solutions across our analytics and business intelligence platforms. Microsoft Fabric is revolutionizing unified analytics, and we are looking for a specialist who can leverage its capabilities to architect and streamline end-to-end data workflows. As a Microsoft Fabric Specialist, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize scalable data pipelines that integrate seamlessly with various cloud-based solutions and drive actionable insights. Apply today to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

    Requirements

    Key Responsibilities

    + Architecture and Implementation:

    + Design and implement robust Microsoft Fabric solutions, including data ingestion, transformation, and analytics pipelines.

    + Leverage Data Factory, Synapse Real-Time Analytics, and Power BI within the Fabric ecosystem to support seamless data operations.

    + Unified Data Management:

    + Develop scalable workflows for data lakehouse and direct lake architecture, ensuring optimal performance and availability.

    + Manage, clean, and transform datasets from structured, semi-structured, and unstructured sources to enable efficient analytical processes.

    + Integration:

    + Build integrations across Microsoft Fabric workloads such as Dataflows, Data Activator, and Machine Learning models.

    + Integrate third-party APIs and platforms into the Microsoft Fabric ecosystem for enhanced functionality.

    + Advanced Analytics Support:

    + Facilitate real-time analytics and streaming through Synapse Real-Time Analytics.

    + Partner with data analysts and scientists to design machine learning models that work across unified data repositories.

    + Security and Governance:

    + Implement Data Security, compliance, and policies using Microsoft Purview within Microsoft Fabric.

    + Ensure governance protocols for sensitive data, enabling secure and auditable data access across business units.

    + Optimization and Performance:

    + Regularly monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Fabric pipelines for enhanced efficiency and scalability.

    + Proactively address technical bottlenecks and identify areas for process improvement.

     

    Qualifications and Skills

     

    + Technical Expertise:

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Fabric workloads, including Data Factory, Synapse Real-Time Analytics, Data Activator, and Power BI.

    + Solid knowledge of Azure-based services, such as Azure Data Lake, Azure SQL Database, and Azure Blob Storage.

    + Data Engineering Competence:

    + Strong experience in ETL/ELT processes for ingesting and transforming large datasets in cloud environments.

    + Familiarity with programming languages like Python, SQL, or Scala for data pipelines and process automation.

    + Analytical Skills:

    + Ability to model complex datasets and support data science workflows.

    + Knowledge of real-time analytics and event-driven architectures desirable.

    + Compliance and Governance:

    + Hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview for data cataloging, governance, and security compliance.

    + Preferred Experience:

    + 3–5 years of experience as a Data Engineer working on cloud-based platforms.

    + Certification in Microsoft Azure Data Engineer Associate or similar is a plus.

    + Soft Skills:

    + Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, ensuring collaboration across teams.

    + Ability to work in Agile or Scrum environments with cross-functional colleagues.

     

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