Data Engineering Consultant

Avanade; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Canada is looking for a Senior Engineer to join its Data Engineering team. This role involves creating cutting-edge analytics solutions using Azure and Databricks technologies. Candidates should have extensive experience in Data Engineering and strong communication skills to work with clients. Benefits include exceptional training opportunities and global resources.

Benefits

80 hours of training per year

Access to global resources

Dedicated career advisor

Engaged coworkers

Qualifications

• Demonstrable end-to-end experience in Data Engineering, including large-scale projects.
• Experience with Azure technologies.
• Ability to explain technical terms to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Architecture, design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade analytics solutions.
• Develop technical skills in Azure and Databricks technologies.
• Working with clients to understand their requirements and present solutions.

Skills

Data Engineering experience

Azure technologies (Databricks, Synapse, Data Factory)

Python or Scala or PySpark

Communication skills

Informatica experience

Job description

Introduction

Join our Data Engineering team and create cutting-edge solutions within Avanade’s Business Intelligence practice. We’re seeking ambitious technologists passionate about Microsoft cloud technology. Early access to the newest Microsoft technologies ensures you stay ahead of the curve.

Come join us. As a member of the Data Engineering team, you’ll have access to the research, knowledge, and tools to create leading-edge solutions across Avanade’s Business Intelligence practice. The role of Senior Engineer is perfect for ambitious technologists passionate about working with the latest Microsoft cloud technology and Microsoft experts. Our clients look to us for innovation, which means you’ll have early access to the newest Microsoft technologies so you can master them and stay ahead of the curve. Together we do what matters.

Skills and experiences

• Demonstrable end-to-end experience in Data Engineering, including large-scale projects
• Experience in working with the latest Azure technologies, such as; Databricks, Synapse, Data Factory, Azure Data Lake Storage (Gen 2), Cosmos DB
• Understanding of software engineering tools and concepts including experience in Python, Scala or PySpark
• Confident communicator who is able to explain technical terms to non-technical audiences and mentor junior colleagues

Leads small development teams: track work, manage assignments, manage capacity, etc.

Informatica experience is a bonus

Security clearance is preferred

About you

Characteristics that can spell success for this role

• Must live within a commutable distance to downtown Toronto
• Analytical, curious, agile
• Team player and good communicator
• Problem-solver, patient, quality-driven
• Self-motivating
• Innovative mindset

What you’ll do

• Architecture, design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade analytics solutions based on Azure and Databricks technologies
• Constantly developing technical skills in the latest Azure and Databricks technologies - achieving & maintaining relevant certifications
• Working directly with high profile clients across a variety of sectors to understand their requirements and present solutions to customer sponsors

Some of the best things about working at Avanade

• Opportunity to work for Microsoft’s Global Alliance Partner of the Year (14 years in a row), with exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications)
• Real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally
• Dedicated career advisor to encourage your growth
• Engaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you

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