Fabric Data Engineer

xebiacareers; Hilversum; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Xebia Microsoft Services (XMS) is seeking a Data Engineer to design and build data solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Lakehouse, and Power BI. You will guide clients through Fabric adoption, define end-to-end data architectures, and collaborate with Azure services.

With 4–8+ years in data engineering or consultancy, you will translate complex requirements into scalable pipelines, ensure governance, and mentor stakeholders while delivering practical, architecture-driven results.

Qualifications

• 4–8+ years of data engineering, cloud analytics, or consultancy experience.
• Hands-on with Microsoft Fabric components: OneLake, Lakehouse, Spark, Data Factory, KQL/Real-Time Analytics, and Power BI.
• Strong data engineering skills in Python, SQL, Spark, Delta Lake, and distributed compute.
• Familiarity with the Azure data ecosystem (ADLS, Event Hub, Synapse, Azure Functions, Entra ID, security principles).
• Understanding governance practices: metadata, lineage, quality frameworks, domain-driven design.
• Microsoft certifications (DP-600, DP-203, AZ-305, PL-300) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end data architectures using Microsoft Fabric (Lakehouse, Data Engineering, Data Factory, Real-Time Analytics, Power BI).
• Build and optimize data pipelines and notebooks using Spark, Dataflows Gen2, Pipelines, and ELT/ETL best practices.
• Define governance frameworks: domains, workspaces, OneLake structures, cataloging, lineage, and security.
• Create high-quality semantic models and datasets to empower BI teams and real-time analytics use cases.
• Integrate Fabric with Azure services such as ADLS, Event Hub, Azure SQL, Databricks, and Purview.
• Guide stakeholders through Fabric adoption with workshops, assessments, PoCs, and knowledge transfer.

Skills

Microsoft Fabric

Python

SQL

Spark

Delta Lake

Data Governance

Power BI

Tools

OneLake

Lakehouse

Data Factory

Databricks

Purview

ADLS

Event Hub

Azure SQL

Job description

At Xebia Microsoft Services (XMS), we help organizations turn their data ambitions into reality through modern engineering, thoughtful architecture, and deep Microsoft expertise. As a Data Engineer, you design and build the data solutions that make this possible. You bring clarity to complex environments, guide clients as they adopt Microsoft Fabric, and support teams in working effectively with cloud-native analytics. Join us and help shape the next generation of data platforms.

Responsabilities

• Solution Design & Architecture: Designing end-to-end data architectures using Microsoft Fabric (Lakehouse, Data Engineering, Data Factory, Real-Time Analytics, Power BI).
• Data Engineering: Building and optimizing data pipelines and notebooks using Spark, Dataflows Gen2, Pipelines, and ELT/ETL best practices.
• Data Governance: Defining governance frameworks: domains, workspaces, OneLake structures, cataloging, lineage, and security.
• Analytics & BI Enablement: Creating high-quality semantic models and datasets that empower BI teams, and real-time analytics use cases.
• Azure Integration: Integrating Fabric with broader Azure services such as ADLS, Event Hub, Azure SQL, Databricks, and Purview.
• Stakeholder Enablement: Guiding stakeholders through Fabric adoption with workshops, assessments, PoCs, and knowledge transfer.

You combine deep technical expertise with a consultant mindset. You enjoy navigating complexity, aligning stakeholders, and delivering solutions that balance architectural integrity with practical execution. Your communication is clear, your thinking is structured, and you’re excited about working with cutting-edge Microsoft data technologies.

This includes

• 4–8+ years of experience in data engineering, cloud analytics, or consultancy roles
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric components: OneLake, Lakehouse, Spark, Data Factory, KQL/Real-Time Analytics, and Power BI.
• Solid data engineering skills in Python, SQL, Spark, Delta Lake, and distributed compute.
• Familiarity with the Azure data ecosystem (ADLS, EventHub, Synapse, Azure Functions, Entra ID, security principles).
• Understanding of governance practices: metadata, lineage, quality frameworks, domain-driven design.
• Relevant Microsoft certifications (DP-600, DP-203, AZ-305, PL-300) are a plus.

Your Path to Success in Your First Year

• Deliver high-impact Fabric solutions by combining strong technical execution with clear architectural direction.
• Build trusted advisory relationships with clients by shaping their Fabric roadmap and guiding modernization decisions.
• Strengthen XMS delivery by contributing to best practices, reusable assets, and internal knowledge sharing.
• Work closely with architects, engineers, and fellow consultants to deepen your expertise in Fabric and the Azure data ecosystem.

Why Work for Xebia Microsoft Services

• Knowledge sharing at the core: Weekly XKEs, quarterly Innovation Days, and colleagues who genuinely enjoy sharing and learning from each other.
• Broadening your expertise: €5k annual learning budget, unlimited training access, and colleagues across cloud, data, AI, and security.
• Everything under one roof: Knowledge sharing, challenging projects, growth opportunities, and plenty of humor – daily.
• Making memories together: Annual ski trips (Skibia), summer getaways (Scubia), and a wide variety of activities from motorcycling and hockey to cooking workshops and karaoke.