Job Title: Data Engineer II
Location: Atlanta GA (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Contract
Job Description:
We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer II to join our team on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will have handson experience in Azure cloud platforms data modelling (including Data Vault methodologies) and working with modern data tools like Microsoft Fabric or Databricks.
This role requires a strong foundation in building scalable data pipelines designing robust data models and enabling advanced analytics through optimized data architecture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design build and maintain scalable and secure data pipelines using Azure Data Factory Databricks or Microsoft Fabric.
- Implement Data Vault 2.0 modelling techniques to support enterprise data warehousing strategies.
- Collaborate with data architects and analysts to translate business requirements into efficient data models and workflows.
- Optimize data ingestion transformation and storage across structured and semistructured data sources.
- Ensure high data quality governance and lineage through metadata management and best practices.
- Participate in code reviews and Agile ceremonies to support iterative development and continuous improvement.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 5 years of experience in data engineering or related field.
- Handson experience with Azure cloud services (Data Factory Synapse Azure SQL etc.).
- Proficiency in Data Vault modeling and dimensional modeling techniques.
- Experience with Microsoft Fabric or Databricks (Delta Lake PySpark).
- Strong SQL and Python skills for data manipulation and scripting.
- Understanding of data lake and lakehouse architectures.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control tools like Git/Azure DevOps.
- Knowledge of data governance cataloging and metadata management.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development practices.