Data Engineer (Azure Data Platform) | Focus Infotech | Abu Dhabi, UAE

Focus Infotech

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 200,000 - 300,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A technology solutions company is hiring a skilled Data Engineer to design and deliver scalable Azure-based data platforms in Abu Dhabi. You will build and operate modern data pipelines, ensuring reliable and automated deployments. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, proficiency in Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, SQL, and Python, along with strong analytical skills. This opportunity allows you to work on impactful enterprise-level data initiatives in a cloud-first environment.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Data Engineering roles.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Azure Data Factory.
  • Solid experience with Azure Synapse Analytics.
  • Strong working knowledge of Azure Databricks.
  • Proficiency in SQL and Python.
  • Experience with data modeling (dimensional & lakehouse architectures).
  • Hands-on exposure to batch and near real-time processing.
  • Experience implementing CI/CD and DevOps practices for data platforms.
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain scalable Azure-based data pipelines.
  • Transform raw data into high-quality, analytics-ready datasets.
  • Develop and maintain data models using dimensional and lakehouse principles.
  • Design solutions for batch and near real-time data processing.
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices for data platforms.
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize data pipeline performance.
  • Collaborate with architects, analysts, and data scientists to deliver end-to-end solutions.
  • Drive ownership, delivery excellence, and proactive problem-solving.

Skills

Data Engineering
Azure Data Factory
Azure Synapse Analytics
Azure Databricks
SQL
Python
Data Modeling
Batch Processing
Near Real-Time Processing
CI/CD
DevOps Practices

Job description

Data Engineer (Azure Data Platform) | Focus Infotech | Abu Dhabi, UAE

Position Summary

Focus Infotech is hiring a skilled Data Engineer to design and deliver scalable, Azure‑based data platforms in Abu Dhabi. This role is central to transforming raw enterprise data into analytics‑ready datasets that power business intelligence, advanced analytics, and decision‑making.

Detailed Job Description

As a Data Engineer, you will be responsible for building and operating modern data pipelines on Microsoft Azure, supporting both batch and near real‑time analytics use cases. You will work closely with solution architects, analysts, and data scientists to design robust data models and lakehouse‑based architectures. The role requires strong hands‑on expertise with Azure’s data ecosystem, along with a DevOps mindset to ensure reliable, automated, and scalable deployments. You will take end‑to‑end ownership of data delivery, from ingestion to analytics readiness. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers looking to work on impactful enterprise‑level data initiatives in a cloud‑first environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, build, and maintain scalable Azure‑based data pipelines
  • Transform raw data into high‑quality, analytics‑ready datasets
  • Develop and maintain data models using dimensional and lakehouse principles
  • Design solutions for batch and near real‑time data processing
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices for data platforms
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize data pipeline performance
  • Collaborate with architects, analysts, and data scientists to deliver end‑to‑end solutions
  • Drive ownership, delivery excellence, and proactive problem‑solving
Required Qualifications & Skills
  • 5+ years of experience in Data Engineering roles
  • Strong hands‑on experience with Azure Data Factory
  • Solid experience with Azure Synapse Analytics
  • Strong working knowledge of Azure Databricks
  • Proficiency in SQL and Python
  • Experience with data modeling (dimensional & lakehouse architectures)
  • Hands‑on exposure to batch and near real‑time processing
  • Experience implementing CI/CD and DevOps practices for data platforms
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills
Nice‑to‑Have Skills
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate
  • Databricks or Microsoft Fabric certifications
  • Experience working in large enterprise or regulated environments
  • Strong collaboration and stakeholder communication skills
  • Exposure to advanced analytics or data science workloads
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