Azure Data Engineer

Alpha Omega; Vienna (VA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Omega, a leading Federal IT solutions provider, seeks an Azure Data Engineer to build secure and scalable data pipelines for Federal clients. This remote role requires expertise in Azure services, extensive experience in data engineering, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to support mission-critical projects.

Benefits

PTO including paid parental, military, and bereavement leave

Eleven paid Federal holidays

Health and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance, STD/LTD coverage

401(k) with a 100% vested match

Annual Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data engineering with at least 2+ years in Azure Data Factory.
• US Citizenship required for Federal Client projects.
• Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data ingestion and transformation pipelines using Azure Data Factory.
• Support DevSecOps practices and integrate pipelines into GitHub CI/CD workflows.
• Monitor pipeline performance and handle failures with robust retry strategies.

Skills

Data engineering

Data Factory

SQL

Data Lake

ELT/ETL development

DevSecOps practices

Performance optimization

Agile delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

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Job Title: Azure Data Engineer

Clearance Required: Public Trust – Federal Client requires US Citizenship

Work Location: Remote, Arlington, VA

Alpha Omega is seeking a qualified Azure Data Engineer for a remote position on our Federal programs in Arlington, Virginia.

Description

Candidates will build secure, scalable, and efficient data pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Data Lake, SQL Server. This role supports the design and operationalization of mission-critical ELT workflows that integrate regulatory, financial, and operational datasets.

We are seeking a highly skilled Azure Data Engineer with strong experience in Azure Data Factory (ADF) and ELT/ETL pipeline development. This individual will design and implement modern, event-driven data workflows leveraging Azure-native services including Data Factory, Data Lake, and SQL Server. You will work closely with architects, backend/API developers, DevSecOps, and security stakeholders to deliver trusted, compliant, and scalable data integration solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement data ingestion and transformation pipelines using Azure Data Factory, including mapping data flows, triggers, and parameterized pipelines.
• Integrate with Azure Data Lake Storage, SQL Server, Synapse Analytics and external APIs to support business logic and analytics workflows.
• Develop event-driven data pipelines triggered by Azure Event Grid or Azure Queue Storage, orchestrated through Function Apps or ADF schedules.
• Support DevSecOps practices by integrating pipelines into GitHub CI/CD workflows and managing infrastructure as code via Terraform or ARM templates.
• Ensure data quality, lineage, and traceability through thorough documentation and metadata management.
• Collaborate with business analysts, backend developers, and the solutions architect to define technical specifications and support evolving business needs.
• Monitor pipeline performance, handle failures with robust retry strategies, and participate in incident resolution.
• Prepare for and contribute to governance reviews, documentation for ATO readiness, and O&M transition plans.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• US Citizenship is required for Federal Client projects.
• 5+ years of experience in data engineering with at least 2+ years in Azure Data Factory and Azure-native data services.
• Expertise in ELT/ETL development, data orchestration, and cloud data warehouse solutions (e.g., Synapse, SQL DB).
• Proficiency in SQL, and working knowledge of Data Lake Gen2 and Synapse pipelines.
• Experience working in event-driven architectures using triggers like Event Grid and/or blob-based workflows.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and performance optimization skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork in Agile delivery environments.

Salary and Benefits

The likely salary range is $100,431 - $148,000. Final compensation depends on experience, skills, certifications, and education.

Application Deadline: August 23, 2025

Benefits include:

• PTO including paid parental, military, and bereavement leave
• Eleven (11) paid Federal holidays, with some floating holidays
• Health and Dental Insurance (employer paid premiums under HDHP)
• Life Insurance, STD/LTD coverage, employer paid
• 401(k) with a 100% vested match after two years
• FSA/DFSA/HSA plans
• Annual Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement

Culture and Values

Guided by core values—Harmony, Engagement, Accountability, Resourcefulness, and Tenacity (HEART)—we foster innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, recognizing and rewarding contributions through our H.E.A.R.T. Awards Program.

About Alpha Omega

Alpha Omega is a Federal IT solutions provider supporting National Security, Federal Financial, Healthcare, and Space & Science domains. Founded in 2016, with over 800 employees and $230M revenue, we are committed to supporting agency transformation and innovation.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.