Senior Data Platform Engineer

Description :

Job Description : Senior Data Platform Engineer

Experience : 8 years

Qualifications & Experience :

- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

- Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in data platform engineering

- Microsoft Certified : Azure Data Engineer Associate and Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Technical Expertise :

- Deep proficiency in Microsoft Data Stack : Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake, Azure SQL Database

- Strong understanding of Azure Cloud architecture and networking principles

- Experience with CI/CD pipelines for data workflows (e.g., Azure DevOps)

- Skilled in scripting languages : Python, PowerShell

- Hands-on experience with ETL tools like SSIS and Azure Data Factory

- Proficient in database design, data warehousing, and data integration

- Familiar with big data technologies : Hadoop, Spark, distributed storage systems

- Knowledge of data platform lifecycle : ingestion, storage, processing, analytics

- Exposure to cloud platforms : AWS, Azure, Google Cloud

- Familiarity with data governance, security, and privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)

Strategic & Leadership Competencies :

- Strong strategic thinking with ability to set long-term vision and goals

- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving change in complex environments

- Results-oriented mindset with high standards and proactive execution

- Committed to developing others and fostering a culture of accountability

- Proven ability to lead teams, resolve conflicts, and manage consultants

- Skilled in training, knowledge transfer, and supervisory responsibilities

Analytical & Communication Skills :

- Expertise in data modeling, statistics, and AI techniques (e.g., NLP, ML)

- Experience in data product development, deployment, and value realization

- Strong presentation, written, and verbal communication skills

- Effective networker and influencer across internal and external stakeholders