Data Engineer 250 Outside IR35 - RemoteJob SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Azure Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable data solutions on Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate has strong hands-on experience with Azure Databricks and Azure Synapse Analytics, and is passionate about transforming raw data into reliable, high-quality datasets that support analytics, reporting, and advanced data use cases.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and optimize end-to-end data pipelines using Azure servicesBuild and maintain scalable ETL/ELT workflows using Azure Databricks (PySpark/SQL)Develop and manage data warehouses and analytics solutions using Azure Synapse AnalyticsIngest data from multiple sources (APIs, databases, files, streaming sources) into Azure data platformsImplement data modeling, transformation, and validation to ensure data quality and reliabilityOptimize performance, cost, and scalability of data pipelines and queriesCollaborate with data analysts, data scientists, and business stakeholders to deliver data solutionsImplement security, governance, and compliance best practices (RBAC, data masking, encryption)Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve pipeline and performance issuesDocument data architecture, pipelines, and operational processesRequired Qualifications3+ years of experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar roleStrong experience with Azure Databricks (PySpark, Spark SQL)Hands-on experience with Azure Synapse Analytics (dedicated and/or serverless