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