Azure Data Engineer / BI Developer

Note: Hybrid - 3 days onsite / 2 days remote

Must Haves:

• Demonstrated experience in Azure Databricks, Delta Lake, Azure Storage, ADF, Azure Analysis Service
• Converting pl/SQl package into databricks code and have some basic understanding on oracle cloud db
• Implement, maintain, and support BI solutions in Microsoft and other BI platforms
• Experience with cloud platform like Azure and working knowledge for cloud migration
• Experience with Microsoft Azure data analytics tools, such as, Azure Data Factories, Azure Databricks, Azure Synapse

Description

Responsibilities

• required to translate technical systems specifications into working, tested applications. This includes developing detailed programming specifications, writing and/or generating code, compiling data-driven programs, maintaining, and conducting unit tests.
• Resolves and troubleshoots technical problems that arise during the use and operation of software packages, including providing technical assistance in implementation, conversion, and migrations.

General Skills

• Experience in programming and analysis; specialized software package support at the specified experience level.
• Ability to collaborate with IT Professionals throughout the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Experience in structured methodologies for the development, design, implementation, and maintenance of applications.
• Experience in design, code, test, debug, and document applications.
• Experience in the use of object and/or third-generation language development tools.
• Experience in one or more programming languages.
• Experience in application design, latest design patterns, deployment, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with relational and hierarchical database technologies.
• Experience in the use of information retrieval packages using query languages.
• Experience with one or more communications protocols.
• Experience in structured methodologies for the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of applications.
• Experience eliciting and documenting information from diverse business area stakeholders and subject matter experts.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• A team player with a track record for meeting deadlines.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge and experience with programming Internet-ready applications.
• Knowledge and experience in rapid application development (RAD) methodologies.
• Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies, and practices.
• Experience with middleware and gateways.
• Experience reviewing, analyzing, and modifying product installation scripts including encoding, testing, and debugging.
• Ability to provide post-implementation support and resolve any post-implementation technical issues.
• Experience conducting design walkthrough sessions with the project team.
• Knowledge and understanding of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards.
• Ability to provide user and system documentation as required.

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

Development Skills 40%

• 10+ years of experience in data analysis developing business intelligence and reporting in a medium to large size corporate environment demonstrating detailed knowledge of BI functions such as analytics, data modeling & data mining, reporting, report conversion and data cleansing.
• Demonstrated experience in Azure Databricks, Delta Lake, Azure Storage, ADF, Azure Analysis Service (must have)
• Converting pl/SQl package into databricks code and have some basic understanding on oracle cloud db.(must have)
• Design and develop BI dashboards and reports based on business requirements
• Implement, maintain, and support BI solutions in Microsoft and other BI platforms (must have)
• Complete committed backlog and sprints within the agreed upon timeframe
• Curate data from multiple data sources for an efficient presentation in an enterprise environment
• Recommend improvements to streamline processes regarding data flow and data quality to improve data accuracy, usability, and value
• Remain abreast of technology developments within fields relevant to current and future BI and Reporting initiatives
• Document "As Built' reports and all data transformations deployed to production
• Take ownership of end-to-end development of each dashboard and report being developed

Technology Skills 35%

• Experience with cloud platform like Azure and working knowledge for cloud migration (must have)
• Experience with Microsoft Azure data analytics tools, such as, Azure Data Factories, Azure Databricks, Azure Synapse (must have)
• Expertise in advanced prediction and prescriptive analytics including machine learning algorithms, designing experiments, fraud detection
• Internally motivated and adaptable, able to work proficiently both independently and in a team environment.
• Managing PowerBI workspaces, report access, report deployment, developing best practices in an enterprise environment
• Strong knowledge and experience in analyzing as well as designing data models that meet the reporting needs
• Advance knowledge of writing complex SQL queries.
• Strong Power BI experience (Power Query, DAX, Power Bi Services)
• Experience with Microsoft BI and Azure stack
• Able to troubleshoot BI reporting and analytic business needs and provide solutions for issue resolution

Soft Skills- 20%

• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
• Ability to develop and present new ideas and conceptualize new approaches and solutions
• Excellent interpersonal relations and demonstrated ability to work with others effectively in teams
• Demonstrated ability to work with functional and technical teams
• Demonstrated ability to participate in a large team and work closely with other individual team members
• Proven analytical skills and systematic problem solving
• Strong ability to work under pressure, work with aggressive timelines, and be adaptive to change