Data Engineer (Contract)
The Opportunity
Join a market-leading financial services organisation undergoing a major Data & AI transformation. As a Data Engineer, you'll play a key role in building and enhancing a modern Microsoft Fabric and Azure data platform that supports enterprise analytics, AI, and business decision-making.
Key Responsibilities - Design and develop scalable data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric and Azure.
- Build and maintain Lakehouse and Data Warehouse solutions.
- Develop ELT/ETL processes using Fabric Data Factory, Spark, SQL, and Python.
- Ensure data quality, governance, security, and performance across the platform.
- Partner with Data Scientists, Analysts, Product Owners, and business stakeholders to deliver data products.
- Support AI, Machine Learning, and Generative AI use cases through trusted and accessible data assets.
- Implement CI/CD and DevOps practices to improve deployment and platform reliability.
Skills & Experience - 5+ years' experience in Data Engineering within enterprise environments.
- Strong experience with Microsoft Fabric and Azure Data Services.
- Strong experience with ADLS2, ADF, Azure Devops.
- Advanced SQL and Python skills.
- Experience building modern cloud-based data platforms, data lakes, and warehouses.
- Knowledge of data modelling, governance, and engineering best practices.
Nice to have - Experience in Financial Services environments is highly regarded.
- Exposure to AI, Machine Learning, or Generative AI initiatives is advantageous (Agentic AI, Github Copilot)
What's on Offer - Strong daily rate contract
- Opportunity to work on a large-scale Microsoft Fabric transformation.
- Exposure to cutting-edge Data, AI, and Generative AI projects.
- Collaborative, high-performing technology team.
- Competitive salary, bonus, and flexible working arrangements.
Ideal for a Data Engineer looking to work with the latest Microsoft technologies while helping shape the future of Data & AI within a leading financial services business.
This is a quick turnaround with several new contract opportunities in the pipeline. Interviews can happen this week!
To apply please hit the link, my contact details are 0452 533 893 darragh@maptalent.com.au