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Azure Data Engineer

Frisco, TX · On-site

$107K - $128K/yr

Role: Sr Azure Data Engineer Location: Frisco, TX 3 days onsite in a week Duration: Long term contract Job Summary We are seeking a Senior Data Engineer to design, build, and operate highly scalable ...

Senior Azure Data Architect

Hazlet, NJ · On-site

$65.50 - $85.25/hr

Guide and mentor data engineering teams on Azure tools, frameworks, and best practices ... Thanks & Regards, Venkatesh Kulkarni | Sr. Lead Recruiter, venkatesh.kulkarni@centstone.com / 332 ...

Relevant Work Experience * 5+years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on data ... Azure services. Additional * Data Modeling tools (e.g. Erwin, Visio) knowledge

Sr. Azure Data Engineer

Northbrook, IL · On-site

$101K - $152K/yr

Relevant Work Experience * 5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on data ... and other Azure services. Additional * Data Modeling tools (e.g. Erwin, Visio) knowledge

Azure Data Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$110K - $132K/yr

Recent 4+ years of experience working as Sr. Data Engineer on Azure Cloud Platforms Work Experience: (continued) * * 4+ years of experience working on Data and Analytics projects in support of ...

Relevant Work Experience * 5+years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on data ... Azure services. Additional * Data Modeling tools (e.g. Erwin, Visio) knowledge

Azure Data Engineer

Wilmington, MA · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Azure Data Engineer Location: Wilmington, MA (Hybrid - 2 days onsite, remainder remote; must be ... Collaborate with senior engineers on ETL design, optimization, and performance tuning . * Perform ...

Senior Azure Data & Platform Engineer

OH · Remote

$65 - $84.75/hr

Position Overview Hexion is seeking a senior, hands-on Azure data engineer to lead the design, implementation, and production support of enterprise data integrations. The role is centered on Azure ...

Team members work independently but engage in peer programming throughout the day * Location: Cincinnati Non-Negotiables: * Top 3 Skills: Azure Databricks, Python, and Spark * Ex- Wallmart/Kroger ...

Azure Data Engineer

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$109K - $131K/yr

Azure Data Engineer Location: Fort Worth, TX (Hybrid) Duration: Long Term (12 Months+) Experience: 5 7 Years Employment Type: W2 OR 1099 Contact Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Azure Data ...

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Azure Data Engineer

$117K - $140K/yr

Azure Data Engineer Location: Remote We are seeking an experienced Azure Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable data solutions in Azure. The role involves working with data pipelines ...

Sr Azure Data Engineer/Architect

Princeton, NJ · On-site

$67.25 - $87.50/hr

ADLS, Databricks, Stream Analytics, SQL DW, COSMOS DB, Analysis Services, Azure Functions, Serverless Architecture, ARM Templates Qualifications Previous experience as an Azure Data Engineer or ...

Senior Azure Data & Platform Engineer

OH · On-site +1

$53 - $69/hr

Position Overview Hexion is seeking a senior, hands-on Azure data engineer to lead the design, implementation, and production support of enterprise data integrations. The role is centered on Azure ...

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How much do sr azure data engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr azure data engineer in the United States is $126,328.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $106,000.00 and $144,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Sr Azure Data Engineer?

A Sr Azure Data Engineer is an experienced professional who designs, builds, and manages data solutions using Microsoft Azure's cloud platform. They focus on creating scalable data pipelines, integrating data from various sources, and ensuring data quality and security. Senior Azure Data Engineers often work with technologies like Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, and Azure Synapse Analytics, and they collaborate with data scientists and business analysts to support data-driven decision-making. Their expertise helps organizations leverage cloud-based data architectures for improved performance and scalability.

What are some typical challenges Sr Azure Data Engineers face when managing large-scale cloud data solutions?

Sr Azure Data Engineers often encounter challenges such as optimizing data pipelines for performance and cost efficiency, ensuring data security and compliance in cloud environments, and integrating diverse data sources across on-premises and cloud systems. Additionally, they may need to troubleshoot complex data flow issues and stay updated with rapidly evolving Azure services. Collaborating closely with data scientists, architects, and business stakeholders is also essential to deliver scalable, business-focused solutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sr Azure Data Engineer, and why are they important?

To excel as a Sr Azure Data Engineer, you need expertise in data modeling, ETL processes, cloud data architectures, and a strong command of SQL and programming languages, typically complemented by a degree in computer science or a related field. Proficiency with Azure services such as Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Synapse Analytics, and relevant certifications like Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate are highly valued. Strong problem-solving abilities, collaboration, and effective communication set standout professionals apart in this role. These skills ensure the efficient design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable data solutions that meet business needs.
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Infographic showing various Sr Azure Data Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,328 per year, or $60.7 per hour.
Azure Data Engineer Senior

Azure Data Engineer Senior

AmeriHealth Caritas Health Plan

Newtown Square, PA • On-site

$109K - $131K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 hours ago


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Job description

THIS IS A HYBRID, OFFICE BASED POSITION WORKING AT OUR ELLIS PRESERVE OFFICE LOCATED IN NEWTOWN SQUARE, PA.
WE WILL NOT CONSIDER REMOTE CANDIDATES!
Role Overview
The Senior Azure Data Engineer designs, builds, and optimizes large scale cloud data solutions on Microsoft Azure. The role requires deep hands on expertise with modern ingestion frameworks to ingest diverse data sources, on distributed compute, real-time streaming, and dimensional modeling, combined with strong Agile delivery practices and leadership in guiding junior developers. Experience with GenAI technologies is increasingly important as the organization evolves toward intelligent data products.
Work Arrangement
  • This a HYBRID office based position working in our Ellis Preserve office located in Newtown Square, PA. Core office days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Responsibilities
  • Architecture & Implementation: Design and implement scalable engineering solutions using Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure Event Hubs, Kafka, HVR, Snowflake, and Azure Data Lake Storage
  • Pipeline Development: Build robust ETL/ELT pipelines for batch and streaming workloads using PySpark and SQL, ensuring fault tolerance, schema evolution handling, and idempotency
  • API Ingestion: Implement reliable API data ingestion patterns including authentication, pagination, rate limit handling, retries, and schema mapping
  • Real time Integration: Design and operate event driven ingestion and processing using Event Hubs and Kafka, and integrate CDC solutions using HVR
  • Performance Optimization: Tune Databricks jobs and clusters (cluster sizing, autoscaling, caching, partitioning, shuffle optimization, Delta Lake optimizations) to meet SLAs and cost targets
  • DevOps & CI/CD: Use Azure DevOps for backlog management, Git workflows, YAML pipelines, automated testing, and repeatable deployments across environments
  • Code Quality & Mentorship: Perform code reviews, enforce coding standards and best practices, and mentor junior developers to raise team capability
  • Gen AI Enablement: Apply Gen AI knowledge to accelerate development (code generation, data documentation, prompt engineering for data tasks) and to integrate AI driven data products where applicable
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with product owners, data scientists, analysts, and architects to translate business requirements into prioritized user stories and deliverables in Agile sprints
  • Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements: automating manual processes, optimizing data delivery, re-designing infrastructure for greater scalability, etc.
  • Identify and tackle issues concerning data management to improve data quality
  • Understand and implement best practices in management of data, including master data, reference data, metadata, data quality and lineage

Education and Experience
  • Master's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Software Engineering
  • Technical: Hands on experience with Azure Data Factory (6+ years), Azure Databricks (6+ years), HVR (3+ years), Kafka (5+ years), Event Hubs (3+ years), Snowflake (5+ years), Azure Data Lake Storage, PySpark (10+ years), and SQL (12+ years)
  • Modeling: Strong expertise in dimensional modeling, SCD implementation, and data warehouse best practices
  • Agile Delivery: Proven experience delivering data projects in Agile (Scrum or Kanban) teams
  • DevOps: Practical experience with Azure DevOps for CI/CD, branching strategies, and pipeline automation
  • Performance: Demonstrated ability to profile and optimize Databricks jobs and large scale data processing workloads
  • Integration: Experience ingesting data from REST APIs and external systems, handling schema drift and error handling
  • Leadership: Track record of conducting code reviews, providing technical guidance, and mentoring junior engineers
  • Communication: Clear communicator able to present technical tradeoffs to technical and non technical stakeholders
  • Experience with Collibra Data governance features
  • Familiarity with MLOps patterns and integrating data platforms with ML pipelines
  • Azure certifications such as DP 700, AZ 400, or Databricks Data Engineer certification
  • Prior work with cost optimization and observability tools for cloud data platforms
  • Practical experience applying Gen AI (LLMs, embeddings, retrieval augmentation) to data engineering workflows]

Other Skills
  • Problem solving: Analytical approach to diagnose performance and data quality issues
  • Collaboration: Strong team player who partners effectively across product, analytics, and platform teams
  • Mentorship: Patient, constructive coach who elevates code quality and engineering practices
  • Adaptability: Comfortable with shifting priorities and iterative delivery in fast moving environments

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package
Flexible work solutions including remote options, hybrid work schedules, Competitive pay, Paid time off including holidays and volunteer events, Health insurance coverage for you and your dependents on Day 1, 401(k) Tuition reimbursement and more.
Your career starts now. We're looking for the next generation of health care leaders.
At AmeriHealth Caritas, we're passionate about helping people get care, stay well and build healthy communities. As one of the nation's leaders in health care solutions, we offer our associates the opportunity to impact the lives of millions of people through our national footprint of products, services and award-winning programs. AmeriHealth Caritas is seeking talented, passionate individuals to join our team. Together we can build healthier communities. If you want to make a difference, we'd like to hear from you.
Headquartered in Newtown Square, PA, AmeriHealth Caritas is a mission-driven organization with more than 30 years of experience. We deliver comprehensive, outcomes-driven care to those who need it most. We offer integrated managed care products, pharmaceutical benefit management and specialty pharmacy services, behavioral health services, and other administrative services.
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