Lead Azure Data Engineer

Lead Azure Data Engineer

Currently, we are looking for a Lead Azure Data Engineer to join our team in Finland. The person in this role is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining cloud-based data platforms. The role is central to ensuring the reliability, scalability, and quality of the organization's data and analytics solutions. The work requires close collaboration with data analysts, data scientists, architects, and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Data platform development and maintenance

• Development and operation of a cloud-based data platform (Azure)
• Design of data warehouse and/or data lake structures (e.g. medallion architecture)
• Development and optimization of Databricks environments (clusters, performance, cost)

Data ingestion and integrations

• Building and maintaining automated data pipelines (Azure Data Factory)
• Data transfers from on-premise systems to the cloud and from various source systems to a centralized data platform
• Implementation and management of API-based integrations (e.g. Azure API Management)

Infrastructure and automation

• Defining and maintaining infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code principles (e.g. Bicep, Terraform)
• Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, YAML)
• Developing version control and release management practices

Data governance and security

• Supporting data lifecycle management
• Using metadata and governance solutions (e.g. Microsoft Purview)
• Ensuring access management, security, and compliance requirements

Support and collaboration

• Providing technical support to data analysts and other users
• Maintaining and improving documentation
• Participating in multiple parallel projects and development initiatives

Technical Skills (Key Requirements)

Cloud platform

• Microsoft Azure (strong hands-on experience)

Data and analytics

• Azure Databricks
• SQL and Python skills
• Data warehousing and data lake solutions

Integrations

• Azure Data Factory
• API solutions and integration patterns

DevOps and automation

• CI/CD (Azure DevOps)
• Infrastructure as Code (Bicep, Terraform)
• Understanding of environment management and automation

Security and governance

• Basic understanding of data governance principles
• Awareness of access control and security practices in cloud environments

Ways of Working and Skills

• Ability to work independently and proactively and take ownership of broader solutions
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Good documentation skills and willingness to develop shared working practices
• Ability to communicate technical topics to different stakeholders
• Experience working in an expert role across multiple teams

What We Offer

• Individual training budget and exam fees for certifications
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working model
• Work from abroad possibilities within selected locations
• Laptop and equipment of your choice
• Local package such as extensive private health care and wellness benefits

The successful candidate is expected to go through a security clearance.

We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all of the requirements. We value your growth potential and enthusiasm!

About Nordcloud

Nordcloud is a European leader in cloud implementation, application development, managed services and training. It's a recognized cloud-native pioneer with a proven track record helping organizations leverage public cloud in a way that balances quick wins, immediate savings and sustainable value. Nordcloud is triple-certified across Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform – with 10 European hubs, over 1,300 employees and has delivered over 1,000 successful cloud projects for companies ranging from midsize to large corporates. Our clients benefit from multi-cloud expertise that guides best practices, preempts pitfalls, provides essential technical support and steers teams through cultural change. From strategy planning to application management, we take our customers through the whole cloud journey to drive real business outcomes from cloud technology.

Nordcloud values diversity and is dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and employees.