Azure Data Engineer (Freelance)

About Us

We are a growing data solutions consultancy helping clients design, build, and operate modern cloud data platforms. Our work spans multiple industries and environments, giving engineers exposure to a wide variety of technical challenges and business problems.

We value adaptability, curiosity, and strong communication just as much as technical capability. Our team works closely with clients to deliver practical, reliable data solutions that make an impact.

The Role

We're looking for a Freelance Azure Data Engineer to support both ongoing client operations and new project delivery. You'll work across multiple client platforms, helping troubleshoot and improve existing systems while also designing and building new data solutions from the ground up.

What You'll Be Doing

• Design, build, and maintain data pipelines using Azure Data Factory and Azure Databricks
• Write Python and SQL for ingestion, transformation, and automation workflows
• Developing scalable and maintainable data models
• Troubleshoot pipeline failures, performance issues, and data quality problems
• Translate client requirements into documented technical solutions
• Work across multiple client environments and adapt quickly to different architectures and ways of working
• Contribute to documentation, internal knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Skills & Experience

• 1+ years' experience in Azure Data Engineering.
• Hands-on production experience with Azure Databricks and Azure Data Factory
• Strong SQL and Python fundamentals
• Understanding of data modelling principles
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
• Ability to manage priorities across multiple projects and clients

Bonus Skills

Experience with any of the following would be beneficial:

• PySpark
• Power BI
• Power Apps
• GCP

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

• Is comfortable moving between different client environments
• Can work with ambiguity and ask the right questions
• Takes ownership of their work and communicates clearly

Engagement Details

• Freelance role
• Remote-friendly
• Flexible engagement depending on project demand
• Potential for long-term collaboration