Data Platform Developer

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Description

Summary:

We are seeking an 5 Years experienced Data Platform Developer to support the migration of our existing Azure Synapse Analytics environment to Microsoft Fabric. This role will involve assessing the current Synapse setup, designing and implementing migration strategies, and ensuring minimal disruption to data workflows. The ideal candidate has a strong background in cloud data platforms, particularly Microsoft Azure, and is familiar with the latest capabilities of Microsoft Fabric.

Responsibilities

• Assess current Synapse Analytics workspace including pipelines, notebooks, datasets, and SQL scripts.
• Rebuild or refactor Synapse pipelines, notebooks, and data models using Fabric-native services.
• Collaborate with data engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to ensure functional parity post-migration.
• Validate data integrity and performance in the new environment.
• Document the migration process, architectural decisions, and any required support materials.
• Provide knowledge transfer and guidance to internal teams on Microsoft Fabric capabilities.
  
  

• Proven experience with Azure Synapse Analytics (workspaces, pipelines, dedicated/SQL serverless pools, Spark notebooks).
• 5 years of synapse azure cloud experience.
• Probably only see 1 to 2 years’ experience in Fabric.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric (Data Factory, OneLake, Power BI integration).
• Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and Spark.
• Solid understanding of data modeling, ETL/ELT pipelines, and data integration patterns.
• Familiarity with Azure Data Lake, Azure Data Factory, and Power BI.
• Experience with Lakehouse architecture and Delta Lake in Microsoft Fabric.
• Experience with CI/CD practices for data pipelines.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
  
  

• Familiarity with DataOps or DevOps practices in Azure environments.
• Prior involvement in medium to large-scale cloud platform migrations.
• Knowledge of security and governance features in Microsoft Fabric.
• Knowledge of Dynamics Dataverse link to Fabric.
• Microsoft certifications.