Lead Data Engineer - Azure Specialist!

We are looking for a Lead Data Engineer - Azure Specialist! In this role, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and managing our data architecture solutions on the Azure cloud platform. You will deliver scalable, reliable, and high-performance data solutions that support our business objectives. This role requires expertise in Azure data services, data modeling, ETL processes, PowerBI and a good understanding of modern data architecture principles.

This is a permanent, full-time position reporting to the Chief Architect and Data.

Job responsibilities 

• Lead the design and development of data architecture solutions on the Azure cloud platform, including data lakes, data warehouses, data marts, and analytics systems.
• Architect and implement data integration pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure Synapse Analytics, and other Azure data services to ingest, transform, and load data from various sources.
• Act as a subject matter expert on end to end data orchestration and processing tooling suitable for business workloads such as data visualization (in power BI), machine learning and other analytical workloads.
• Lead the creation of a GDPR-compliant master data management (MDM) database for Sector Alarm.
• Define data collection, deletion and anonymization policy in live systems and work with relevant engineering teams on implementing these policies.
• Ensure data solutions and practices consistency including using same tooling for a similar purpose (ETL, machine learning, analytics, data visualization etc) across divisions, creating multi-purpose datasets, building a unified data lake, aligning data deletion and anonymization policy across prod systems etc.
• Enable cloud cost efficiency through the choice of data architecture solutions and the provision of the underlying resources.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in data architecture, cloud computing, and data management, and apply them to drive business value and competitive advantage.
• Educate other engineering teams and the business on data capabilities stemming from data architecture choices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Fluent in English.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data engineering or architecture, with at least 3 years of experience specializing in Azure cloud platform.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing scalable, high-performance data architecture solutions on Azure, including data lakes, data warehouses, and analytics platforms.
• Hands-on experience with Azure data services such as Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure Blob Storage, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, and Azure Databricks.
• Strong proficiency in data modeling techniques, relational databases, NoSQL databases, and big data technologies.
• Valid work permit in the EU.

Additionally, the following are nice to have (but not essential): 

• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or similar.
• Experience with data governance, data security, data privacy, and regulatory compliance requirements is desirable.

Why join us?

Sector Alarm is fast growing and one of Europe’s leading safety providers. We are an international company with a positive culture, driven by ambitious people. We enjoy our work and celebrate our achievements. Satisfied employees are our strongest resource as we offer opportunities for our employees to grow and develop both professionally and personally!