Senior Azure Data Engineer

Senior Azure Data Engineer
£85K - £90K (D.O.E)
Hybrid: 2 - 3 days a week on-site in London
Must be already eligible to work in the UK and not Sponsoship dependant
Previous exclusive(ly) contracting experience will not be considered (unfortunately)
While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.
As the Senior Azure Engineer, you will oversee Azure governance, manage Azure subscriptions, and provide architectural design oversight for Azure infrastructure. Additionally, you will lead the Service Team within the Data Center Department.
Responsibilities:
Establish and enforce Azure usage standards.
Manage budgets and provide cost reporting for Azure resources.
Collaborate with various teams to design, deploy, and optimize Azure cloud solutions.
Define responsibilities and set guardrails for Azure usage.
Support application teams for effective Azure utilization.
Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of cloud resources.
Support Microsoft Power Platform components including CRM, Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI.
Share knowledge and support tools like Synapse, Data Factory, DataBricks, MS on-prem data gateway, Entra ID, and databases.
Own the Kanban process, conduct bi-weekly standups, and coordinate team tasks.
Join our dynamic team where governance is evolving. You'll excel in structured collaboration and lead from the front. While there are no immediate line management responsibilities, potential growth may occur in 2-5 years. Our team values technology over structure and communication.
About You:
Bring your expertise in Azure services, architecture, and governance, along with strong leadership and collaboration skills. Your passion for architectural design, budget management, and cost reporting will be crucial. Experience with DevOps principles, Microsoft Power Platform components, and tools like Synapse, Data Factory, and DataBricks is essential. Effective communication, coordination, and team management abilities will make you an invaluable asset.
I look forward to hearing from and speaking with you.