Company Description :

Vertex Computer Systems is a global technology consulting firm specializing in Salesforce, Data & Analytics, Enterprise Applications, and Digital Transformation solutions. Since 2001, the company has focused on delivering turnkey management solutions that provide high-quality results on time while applying rigorous engineering and management principles. Vertex combines structured methodologies with human creativity to deliver maximum value for clients and stakeholders. With offices in the US and India, the organization supports a diverse, international client base across industries such as Consumer Goods & Retail, Environmental Services, Insurance, and Manufacturing. This global footprint offers team members opportunities to work on impactful, cross-border projects and modern technology platforms.

Role Description :

The Fabric Data Lead Consultant is a contract role responsible for leading the design, implementation, and governance of data solutions using Microsoft Fabric and related data technologies. This hybrid position is based in India, with a mix of on-site presence at client or Vertex locations and some flexibility for working from home. Day-to-day responsibilities include assessing business requirements, defining data architectures, and leading the development of data pipelines, models, and integrations to support analytics and reporting.

The consultant collaborates closely with stakeholders, data engineers, and analysts to ensure data quality, security, and performance across the full data lifecycle. The role also involves mentoring team members, contributing to best practices, creating technical documentation, and participating in client workshops, demos, and solution reviews.

Qualifications :

- Strong experience with modern data platforms and architectures (for example, Microsoft Fabric, data lakes, data warehouses, ETL/ELT frameworks).

- Proficiency in data modeling, SQL, and working with relational and non-relational data stores.

- Background in analytics and business intelligence, including designing datasets, semantic models, and reports for decision-making.

- Skills in data governance, including data quality, metadata management, security, and compliance practices.

- Experience leading data projects or workstreams, including requirement gathering, solution design, and stakeholder communication.

- Ability to collaborate in hybrid, cross-functional teams and work effectively with global stakeholders.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field; an advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft data/analytics certifications) are a plus.

- Prior consulting experience and familiarity with industries such as Consumer Goods & Retail, Insurance, Manufacturing, or Environmental Services are beneficial.