Azure Data Engineer

<strong>Summary:</strong><br><br>Synechron is seeking a highly skilled and experienced <strong>Data Engineer</strong> to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data processing and transformation using <strong>Databricks,</strong> proficiency in <strong>SQL and Python, experience with Azure Data Factory</strong>, and a solid understanding of data warehouse migration strategies.<br><br><strong>Responsibilities:</strong><br><ul><li>Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines using <strong>Databricks, and integrate with Azure Data Factory (ADF) workflows</strong>.</li><li>Develop and optimize <strong>SQL </strong>queries and data models for performance and scalability.</li><li>Lead data warehouse migration projects, including planning, execution, and validation of data transfer from legacy systems to modern platforms.</li><li>Familiarity with cloud data warehouses such as <strong>Snowflake, Amazon Redshift, Google BigQuery, or Azure Synapse</strong>.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define data architecture, and implement solutions that adhere to business needs and data governance standards.</li><li>Write complex data transformation logic using <strong>Python</strong> and Spark.</li><li>P & C domain experience preffered</li><li>Monitor and ensure the stability of data processing jobs, troubleshoot issues, and perform root cause analysis.</li><li>Implement data quality checks, data cleansing procedures, and ensure data integrity.</li><li>Document all data engineering processes and create standard operating procedures.</li><li>Stay current with industry trends and best practices in data engineering and contribute to continuous improvement of the data platform.</li></ul><br><strong>Qualifications:</strong><br><br>Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.<br><br>Minimum of 3 years of experience in a data engineering role with a focus on <strong>Databricks, data pipelines,</strong> and data warehouse technologies.<br><br>Proven experience with <strong>SQL, Python, and Spark.</strong><br><br>Hands-on experience with <strong>Azure Data Factory</strong> and familiarity with other Azure services.<br><br>Experience with data warehouse migration, including s<strong>chema conversion, data replication, and ETL processes.</strong><br><br>Strong understanding of data modeling, data warehousing concepts, and big data architectures.<br><br>Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.<br><br>Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.<br><br><strong>Preferred Skills:</strong><br><br>Certifications in <strong>Databricks and Azure Data Factory.</strong><br><br>Experience with additional cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP) and data integration tools.<br><br>Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance best practices.<br><br>Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems like Git.<br><br><strong>We can offer you:</strong><br><ul><li>A highly competitive compensation and benefits package</li><li>A multinational organization with 52 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad</li><li>Laptop and a mobile phone</li><li>10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays)</li><li>Maternity & Paternity leave plans</li><li>A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)</li><li>Retirement savings plans</li><li>A higher education certification policy</li><li>Commuter benefits (varies by region)</li><li>Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.</li><li>On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses</li><li>Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups</li><li>Cutting edge projects at the world's leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms</li><li>A flat and approachable organization</li><li>A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture</li></ul><br><strong>S? YNECHRON'S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT</strong><br><br>Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative 'Same Difference' is committed to fostering an inclusive culture - promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.<br><br>All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant's gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.