Data Engineer

Fulcrum Technology Solutions • Full-time • Austin, TX, US • $140k - $190k / hour • 15h ago

Fulcrum Technology Solutions is seeking an Azure Data Engineer for a client engagement based in Austin, TX. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for an experienced data engineer who can design, build, and optimize data solutions leveraging Microsoft Fabric and PostgreSQL within the Azure ecosystem.

Contract to Hire

Location: Austin, TX (Onsite 5 days a week)

Contract Length: 6 months with potential conversion/extension.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement scalable data pipelines and ETL processes in Azure
Build and optimize data models and solutions leveraging Microsoft Fabric
Manage and maintain PostgreSQL databases, ensuring high performance, availability, and security
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather business and technical requirements for data initiatives
Implement best practices for data governance, quality, and security within Azure
Support data integration from multiple sources, both cloud and on-premises
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to data pipelines, databases, and performance optimization
Partner with analytics and BI teams to ensure accurate, timely, and usable data delivery

Requirements

5+ years of experience as a Data Engineer, with strong Azure cloud expertise
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric is required
Strong proficiency in PostgreSQL, including database administration and query optimization
Experience with Azure Data Factory, Synapse, and related Azure data services
Solid understanding of ETL/ELT development, data modeling, and data warehousing concepts
Familiarity with data governance, security, and compliance best practices in the cloud
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and collaboration skills

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