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MS Fabric Data Engineer (Team Lead) (JHB/CPT)

Executive Placements
Johannesburg Full-day Full-time

Description:

ENVIRONMENT:

YOUR passion for leading teams, driving Business Intelligence & Microsoft Fabric expertise is sought to fill the role of a MS Fabric Data Engineer wanted by a provider of tailored Financial Solutions. You will lead the initial phases of a warehouse rework project and support the ongoing expansion of a newly created data warehouse within the Microsoft Fabric platform. You will also build and lead a Data team, playing a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining data pipelines and ensuring high-quality data movement. The ideal candidate must preferably have Azure Data Engineer Associate or Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate/Data Engineer Associate Certifications with 5+ years’ experience working with complimentary Azure Data Technologies - Azure Synapse, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure SQL, etc. You also need proficiency with T-SQL, ETL/ELT tools, PySpark and Spark SQL & proven experience in using Pipelines, Lake House and Warehouse capabilities of the Microsoft Fabric platform.

DUTIES:

  • Maintain and update existing reports and dashboards in Power BI to reflect evolving business requirements.
  • Assist with data extractions and execute defined SQL queries.
  • Perform data validation and reconciliations between reporting layers.
  • Work closely with the Analytics and Engineering teams to resolve data discrepancies.
  • Support documentation of reports, dashboards, and data definitions.
  • Participate in data testing and user feedback processes.
  • Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable data pipelines and infrastructure within Microsoft Fabric.
  • Architect and optimize the data warehouse within the Microsoft Fabric platform.
  • Oversee data ingestion, transformation, and integration processes to ensure efficient data workflows.
  • Implement and maintain ETL/ELT processes, data governance, and security best practices.
  • Work closely with the Analyst and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
  • Develop the data model to be implemented to achieve the business’ analytics objectives.
  • Ensure data quality, reliability, and performance across all pipelines.
  • Build and lead a Data team, initially managing the existing Analyst and gradually hiring additional Engineers and Analysts as needed.
  • Provide mentorship, training, and career development opportunities for team members.
  • Stay updated on emerging technologies in data engineering, analytics, and Microsoft Fabric advancements.

    REQUIREMENTS:

    Preferred Qualifications -

    One of the following Microsoft Certifications:

  • Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP-203)
Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate (DP-600) Fabric Data Engineer Associate (DP-700)

Experience/Skills -

5 + Years’ experience
08 Jan 2026;   from: gumtree.co.za

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