Azure Data / Dev Ops Engineer (ID: VCexhEf9)

We are looking for an experienced Azure Data / DevOps Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will design, build, and support secure, scalable, and high-performing cloud-based data solutions within Microsoft Azure. You'll work on enterprise-scale data platforms, leveraging modern cloud technologies, automation, and DevOps practices to deliver reliable, data-driven solutions.

This is an exciting opportunity for a technically driven professional who enjoys solving complex problems, working with large datasets, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative cloud solutions.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines using Azure Data Factory and other Azure-native services.
• Build, optimise, and support Azure-based data warehouses and data lakes, ensuring high availability, security, and performance.
• Develop and maintain database solutions across Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle, applying best practices in database design and optimisation.
• Automate deployment, maintenance, and operational processes using Bash, Shell Scripting, PowerShell, Python, or other scripting languages.
• Implement and support big data solutions using technologies such as Apache Spark, Hadoop, Apache Hive, and Informatica.
• Collaborate with data engineers, developers, analysts, and business stakeholders to deliver robust reporting and analytics solutions.
• Monitor platform performance, troubleshoot production issues, and continuously improve system reliability and efficiency.
• Implement and support CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation following DevOps best practices.
• Ensure compliance with security, governance, and data protection standards.
• Maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Skills & Experience

We're looking for someone with:

• Proven experience as an Azure Data Engineer, Data DevOps Engineer, or similar cloud engineering role.
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including Azure Data Factory and related data services.
• Experience working with AWS is advantageous.
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or Java.
• Practical experience with big data technologies including Apache Spark, Hadoop, Apache Hive, and Informatica.
• Extensive SQL expertise with Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle, including database design and performance tuning.
• Strong understanding of data warehousing principles, ETL/ELT processes, and modern data architectures.
• Experience writing automation scripts using Bash, Shell Scripting, PowerShell, or similar scripting languages.
• Knowledge of DevOps methodologies, including CI/CD, source control, and infrastructure automation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and within collaborative teams.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, or Bicep).
• Knowledge of containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Microsoft Azure certifications.

Benefit:

• Competitive salary of £60,000 - £95,669 per annum (depending on experience)
• Company pension
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Financial planning services
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• Casual dress

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge Azure cloud and data engineering projects
A collaborative environment that encourages innovation, continuous learning, and professional development

Location: On-site

If you're passionate about cloud technologies, data engineering, and DevOps, and you're looking to make an impact within a forward-thinking organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Position: Azure Data / Dev Ops Engineer - Job Type: Full-Time - Salary: £60,000 to £95,669 per year - Location: London / Onsite