Role Summary:
We are looking for a hands-on Data Platform Engineer with expertise in Azure cloud technologies for a short-term contract (2-4 weeks). The individual will be responsible for building a scalable and efficient Azure data platform under the oversight of an architect. This role focuses purely on engineering tasks and requires strong experience in Azure data services.
Contract Summary:
Position: Data Platform Engineer (Azure)
Start: ASAP
Rate: Based on experience
Duration: 2-4 weeks
Work model: Remote
Location: Sydney OR Melbourne
Responsibilities:
- Build and configure a scalable Azure data platform
- Implement and integrate various Azure services (Data Lake, SQL Database, Data Factory, Synapse Analytics)
- Ensure platform security, networking, and storage requirements are met
- Collaborate with the architect to align solutions with best practices and architecture standards
- Monitor and optimise platform performance and data flow processes
Skills and Experience:
- Proven experience working with Azure cloud services, particularly in data platform engineering
- Hands-on expertise with Azure Data Lake, Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, and Synapse Analytics
- Strong understanding of Azure security, networking, storage, and monitoring tools
- Familiarity with cloud architecture best practices
- Ability to work independently with guidance from the architect