POSITION SUMMARY:We are seeking a highly skilled Azure Fabric Data Engineer to design build and optimize data pipelines and analytical solutions within the Microsoft Fabric ecosystem. This role is pivotal in enabling scalable secure and AI-ready data infrastructure that supports business intelligence machine learning and operational reporting.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Design and implement data pipelines using Azure Data Factory Synapse Pipelines Fabric Notebooks and dbt (data build tools)
Develop and manage Fabric Warehouses and Lakehouses ensuring schema compatibility performance and compliance
Integrate data across cloud and on-prem sources including SQL Server Azure Blob REST APIs and third-party systems
Configure linked services and authentication using service principals managed identities and secure credential stores (e.g. Azure Key Vault)
Enable AI-readiness by preparing semantic models marking artifacts as Ready for AI and supporting Copilot integration
Optimize data storage and compute using Fabric capacities partitioning strategies and workload management
Implement governance and security controls including Purview integration sensitivity labels and RBAC
Collaborate with data scientists BI developers and compliance teams to deliver reproducible scalable solutions
Monitor and troubleshoot pipelines warehouse performance and workspace configurations using Fabric Admin Portal and telemetry tools
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Education:
Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Data Engineering or related field or experience deemed relevant
Experience:
3 years of experience in cloud data engineering preferably in Azure
Healthcare experience not required but a solid nice to have
Certifications:
Microsoft certifications (e.g. DP-203 Fabric Data Analyst Associate) are a plus
Skills and Abilities:
Strong proficiency in T-SQL Python and Spark
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric Azure Synapse Azure Data Factory and dbt (Data build tools)
Deep understanding of data modeling ETL/ELT and semantic layer design
Familiarity with Copilot AI model integration and vector search
Experience with Azure Key Vault Entra ID and service principal authentication
Knowledge of data governance frameworks (e.g. Purview GDPR HIPAA)
Ability to work in cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts clearly
Bonus Skills
Experience with Microsoft Fabric REST APIs
Familiarity with LangChain Semantic Kernel or
Knowledge of CMS compliance standards and healthcare data workflows
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit for extended periods of time; use hands to finger handle feel objects tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop kneel bend crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Repetitive motion of upper body is required for extended use of computers. Required specific vision abilities include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.
Remote based
For those working on-site they will have a well-lit ventilated and climate-controlled office environment with routine office equipment; some equipment has moving mechanical parts. Noise level in the work environment is typical for an office and/or hospital environment
In hospital environment the individual may be exposed to hazards and unusual elements which may include but are not limited to bloodborne pathogens and / or contagious illnesses toxic chemicals and biohazardous materials which may require extensive safety precautions and the use of protective equipment.
This position can expect overnight travel by land and/or air according to the requirements below:
Less than 25%
Normal business hours are: 8 a.m. 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. However schedules may vary by business necessity. Remote workers are expected to be available during normal business hours unless otherwise approved by the department leader(s).
Required Experience:
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