
Senior Data Engineer
Role summary
A long-term contract role for a Lead Data Engineer specializing in Microsoft Fabric is available in Deerfield Beach, FL. The position requires hybrid work (2-3 days onsite) and involves leading the design and implementation of a modern, cloud-based data platform. Key responsibilities include building scalable data pipelines, lakehouse architectures, and data models using Power BI, Azure Data Factory, and Synapse Analytics, while establishing best practices for data governance, security, and performance. The role also involves partnering with stakeholders and mentoring engineers. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of data engineering experience, with expertise in SQL, data modeling, and lakehouse architecture, preferably in a lead or architect role within enterprise environments.
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Lead Data Engineer (Microsoft Fabric)
📍 Deerfield Beach, FL (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite)
🕒 Long-Term Contract
I’m partnering with a
large, well-established enterprise
operating at the intersection of automotive, financial services, and technology that is investing heavily in building a modern, cloud-based data platform.
They’re looking for a
Lead Data Engineer
to take ownership of their
Microsoft Fabric ecosystem
and drive architecture, scalability, and performance across the data stack.
This is a
high-impact, long-term engagement
where you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of their data platform.
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What you’ll be doing
• Lead the design and implementation of a
Microsoft Fabric-based data platform
• Build scalable
data pipelines, lakehouse architectures, and data models
• Work across
Power BI, Azure Data Factory, and Synapse Analytics
• Establish best practices around
data governance, security, and performance
• Partner with business stakeholders to deliver impactful data solutions
• Mentor engineers and help elevate the broader data team
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What they’re looking for
• Strong experience with
Microsoft Fabric and Azure data ecosystem
• Deep expertise in
SQL, data modeling, and data engineering at scale
• Hands-on experience with
Power BI
• Experience with
Azure Data Factory and/or Synapse
• Strong understanding of
lakehouse architecture and data governance
• Proven ability to lead technically and influence stakeholders
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Ideal background
• 8+ years in data engineering / analytics
• Experience in a
lead or architect-level role
• Experience working in
enterprise environments
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Why this role stands out
• Long-term, stable contract with strong likelihood of extension
• Opportunity to
own and shape a modern data platform
• High visibility across business and technical teams
• Work with a mature organization investing heavily in data
If you’re deep in the
Azure / Microsoft data ecosystem
and want a role where you can actually
drive architecture and make an impact
, this is worth a conversation.
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