Lead Azure Data Engineer

Job Title: Lead Azure Data Engineer

Experience Level: Mid - Senior Level

Location: Delhi

Duration: Fulltime

Experience Required: 6-8+ Years

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Tech Lead – Data Engineering with 6+ years of hands-on experience in designing and building robust data pipelines and architectures on the Azure cloud platform. The ideal candidate should have strong technical expertise in Azure Data Factory (ADF), Synapse Analytics, and Databricks, with solid coding skills in PySpark and SQL. Experience with Data Mesh architecture and Microsoft Fabric is highly preferred. You will play a key role in end-to-end solutioning, leading data engineering teams, and delivering scalable, high-performance data solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead and mentor a team of data engineers across projects and ensure high-quality delivery.

· Design, build, and optimize large-scale data pipelines and data integration workflows using ADF and Synapse Analytics.

· Architect and implement scalable data solutions on Azure cloud, including Databricks and Microsoft Fabric.

· Write efficient and maintainable code using PySpark and SQL for data transformations and processing.

· Collaborate with data architects, analysts, and business stakeholders to define data strategies and requirements.

· Implement and advocate for Data Mesh principles within the organization.

· Provide architectural guidance and perform solutioning for new and existing data projects on Azure.

· Ensure data quality, governance, and security best practices are followed.

· Stay updated with evolving Azure services and data technologies.

Required Skills & Experience:

· 6+ years of professional experience in data engineering and solution architecture.

· Expertise in Azure Data Factory (ADF) and Azure Synapse Analytics.

· Strong hands-on experience with Databricks, PySpark, and advanced SQL.

· Good knowledge of Microsoft Fabric and its use cases.

· Deep understanding of Azure cloud services related to data storage, processing, and integration.

· Familiarity with Data Mesh architecture and distributed data product ownership.

· Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.

· Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Good to Have:

· Experience with CI/CD pipelines for data solutions.

· Knowledge of data security and compliance practices on Azure.

• · Certification in Azure Data Engineering or Solution Architecture.