Senior Azure Data Engineer

Recrute Action Inc.
Toronto, CA; US
Hybrid

Why this role

Pace
Fast Paced
Collaboration
High
Autonomy
Medium
Decision Impact
Team
Role Level
Team Lead

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • Successfully implemented scalable data governance frameworks
  • Developed and maintained metadata management and cataloging solutions
  • Engineered and enforced data quality controls and monitoring systems
  • Advanced and maintained end-to-end data lineage
  • Implemented role-based access control, data masking, and privacy controls
Typical background
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Management, or a related field6 years of experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar data-focused role

Transferable backgrounds

  • Coming from Data Engineer
  • Coming from Data Architect
  • Coming from Data Scientist

Skills & requirements

Required

Azure Data FactoryAzure DatabricksSQLPythonPower BIDevOpsCi/cd PipelinesData GovernanceMetadata ManagementData Quality ControlsData LineageRole-based Access ControlData MaskingPerformance AnalysisCapacity PlanningAgile Methodologies

Preferred

JavaScalaInformatica CDGCAzure SynapseAzure SQLAzure SQL ServerPowershell

Stack & domain

Azure Cloud ServicesAzure Data FactoryAzure DatabricksAdls Gen2Azure SynapseAzure SqlSQLPythonJavaScalaData WarehousingETLELTDevOpsCi/cd PipelinesPower BiData Security PracticesRbacEncryptionData MaskingAutomationScriptingPowershellData GovernanceData Engineering

About the role

Original posting from Recrute Action Inc. via Indeed

Senior Azure Data Engineer

Drive enterprise data governance initiatives within a dynamic insurance environment focused on Azure cloud technologies, automation, and large-scale data platforms. This hybrid Toronto-based opportunity offers exposure to global projects, AI-related initiatives, and collaborative Agile teams supporting data quality, governance, and operational excellence.

What is in it for you:

  • Salaried: $75-85 per hour.
  • Incorporated Business Rate: $85-95 per hour.
  • 6-month contract with the potential for permanent employment.
  • Full-time position: 37.50 hours per week.
  • Schedule from 9 am to 5 pm.
  • Hybrid: 3 days/week in Toronto office.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement scalable data governance frameworks.
  • Build, operationalize, and automate data pipelines using Azure Data Factory and Azure Databricks.
  • Develop and maintain metadata management and cataloging solutions using Databricks Unity Catalog and Informatica CDGC.
  • Engineer and enforce data quality controls and monitoring systems.
  • Advance and maintain end-to-end data lineage using governance tools.
  • Implement role-based access control, data masking, and privacy controls.
  • Conduct performance analysis, optimization, and capacity planning for large-scale data processing workloads.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to data governance and data engineering.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional and global teams to align data initiatives with enterprise strategy.
  • Operate within Agile and Scrum methodologies using Teams, JIRA, and Mural.
  • Support production release cycles and operational support activities.
  • Collaborate with Data Stewards to support the data quality lifecycle, including business requirements gathering, technical rule application, and remediation support.

What you will need to succeed:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Management, or a related field.
  • 6 years of experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar data-focused role.
  • Strong expertise with Azure cloud services, including Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, ADLS Gen2, Azure Synapse, and Azure SQL or SQL Server.
  • Hands-on experience with Databricks Unity Catalog for governance, lineage, and security management.
  • Experience with Informatica CDGC for metadata management and lineage.
  • Strong proficiency in SQL and Python.
  • Familiarity with Java or Scala for distributed data processing.
  • Solid understanding of data warehousing, relational data modeling, ETL and ELT development, and cloud-native data engineering patterns.
  • Experience with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines for automating data workflows.
  • Familiarity with Power BI for dashboard creation, data modeling, and business intelligence support.
  • Strong understanding of data security practices, including RBAC, encryption, and data masking.
  • Experience with automation and scripting using Python, PowerShell, or similar tools.

Why Recruit Action?

Recruit Action (agency permit: AP-2504511) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach. As part of the screening process, some applications may be reviewed using artificial intelligence tools. Only candidates who meet the hiring criteria will be contacted.

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Pay: $75.00-$95.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Work from home

Application question(s):

  • Are you comfortable reporting to the office 3 days per week?
  • Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Management, or a related field? If yes, please specify the field of study.

Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

  • Data Engineer or in similar data-focused roles: 6 years (required)
  • ADF, Databricks, ADLS Gen2, Synapse, Azure SQL/SQL Server: 1 year (required)
  • Databricks Unity Catalog: 1 year (required)
  • Informatica CDGC for metadata management and lineage: 1 year (required)
  • SQL and Python: 1 year (required)
  • Java or Scala for distributed data processing: 1 year (required)
  • Data warehousing, ETL/ELT, and data modeling: 1 year (required)
  • DevOps and CI/CD pipelines: 1 year (required)
  • Power BI and BI reporting: 1 year (required)
  • Data security practices (RBAC, encryption, masking): 1 year (required)
  • Automation/Scripting, Python, PowerShell, or similar tools: 1 year (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M4W 1E5

Source: Recrute Action Inc. careers (Indeed)

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