Data Engineer

iO Associates
Leeds
9 months ago
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We're partnering with a leading retail organisation that's currently in the midst of a major IT transformation. As part of this journey, they're looking to bring on board a talentedData Engineerfor a contract role.

This position offers the chance to make a real impact by helping to modernise the company's data infrastructure. You'll be involved in migrating from legacy systems to a cutting-edge, cloud-based data platform built on Microsoft Azure. Working within a collaborative team, you'll contribute to the design, development, and upkeep of scalable data pipelines and models-ensuring data is accurate, accessible, and secure across the business.

What we're looking for:

Solid hands-on experience with Azure Data Platform tools (e.g., Synapse, Data Lakes, ADF) Strong background in data modelling, ETL/ELT processes, and data integration Proficiency in SQL and Python (ideally with PySpark) Familiarity with Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, and CI/CD tools like Azure DevOps Experience working with enterprise data sources and APIs (e.g., Salesforce, MuleSoft) Understanding of data governance, GDPR, and secure data handling best practices

If you're a contractor with the right experience and are available to start soon, we'd love to hear from you so please apply with your CV as soon as possible.

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