Senior Data Engineer - Azure

Capgemini; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) plan

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Capgemini is seeking a Senior Data Engineering Lead in a hybrid role based in Fremont, CA. The candidate will oversee data warehousing and lake architectures on Azure, drive development teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver scalable data solutions.

The role emphasizes leadership, deep Azure expertise, and hands-on data engineering with Databricks and SQL, within a strong, global Capgemini community.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in modern data engineering and data warehousing on Azure
• Experience leading data engineering teams and managing stakeholders
• Strong data modeling and SQL skills for large-scale data platforms
• Hands-on with Azure data services (lake, warehouse, storage) and ETL/ELT tooling

Responsibilities

• Lead data engineering initiatives and teams.
• Architect data warehousing and data lake solutions on Azure.
• Define and enforce data modeling and ETL/ELT standards.
• Drive project timelines and ensure high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Python

PySpark

SQL

Azure Cloud Services

Databricks

Leadership

Data Modeling

Tools

Azure Synapse

Azure SQL

Amazon Redshift

Snowflake

Google BigQuery

Job description

• Azure Expertise: Proficient in Microsoft Azure Cloud Services.

Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.

Location

This is a hybrid role based in Fremont, CA.

About The Role You're Considering

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Data Engineering Lead with minimum 8+ years' experience in modern data engineering, data warehousing and data lake technologies on Azure cloud platform. The successful candidate will possess a strong technical background and proven leadership skills to manage stakeholders, design, and lead development efforts.

Your Role

• Data Warehousing: Expertise in data warehouse best practices, development standards and methodologies. Minimum of 8 years of experience in modern data engineering, data warehousing (Azure Synapse, Azure SQL, Amazon Redshift, Snowflake or Google Big Query), and data lake technologies on the Azure cloud.
• Big Data Tools: Strong experience with platforms (mandatory) such as Databricks (preferable). Experience with Databricks is highly desirable but not mandatory.
• Must be able to implement Medallion Architecture for data management.
• Lead development teams, drive project timelines, and ensure high-quality deliverables.

Skills & Experience

• Programming Skills: Stellar hands‑on expertise in Python, PySpark, and SQL.
• Azure Expertise: Proficient in Microsoft Azure Cloud Services.
• Data Warehousing: Expertise in data warehouse best practices, development standards and methodologies. Minimum of 8 years of experience in modern data engineering, data warehousing (Azure Synapse, Azure SQL, Amazon Redshift, Snowflake or Google Big Query), and data lake technologies on the Azure cloud.
• Data Modeling Expertise: Minimum of 12 years of proven experience with SQL, schema design, and dimensional data modeling.
• Big Data Tools: Strong experience with platforms (mandatory) such as Databricks (preferable). Experience with Databricks is highly desirable but not mandatory.
• Cloud Data Engineering concepts: Experience with common ETL/ELT tools (ADF, Informatica, Talend) and implementing Medallion Architecture for data management.
• Data Management and Storage: Proficiency with Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Blob Storage, etc.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Leadership: Lead development teams, drive project timelines, and ensure high-quality deliverables.

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $133,000 - $150,000

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Benefits

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees.

In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice

Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Disclaimers

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace.

Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect.

We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

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Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.