Data Platform Engineer (Contract)

Senior Data Platform Engineer - Contract
Join a Leading Financial Institution Driving Innovation in Data Mesh!

We're looking for a Senior Data Platform Engineer to join a prominent financial institution on a contract basis. You'll be part of the central platform team, building and optimizing the infrastructure that powers a cutting-edge data mesh architecture. This is your chance to work with Azure, Databricks, and DevOps in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where data is at the heart of decision-making.

What You'll Do:

✔ Design and build scalable, high-performance data solutions using Azure, Databricks, and Delta Lake
✔ Develop reusable tech to help teams ingest, store, transform, and serve their own data products
✔ Implement cloud-based infrastructure with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) principles (BICEP, Terraform)
✔ Drive automation, monitoring, and performance optimization for data pipelines
✔ Ensure best-in-class data security and compliance
✔ Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with business stakeholders to solve complex data challenges

What You'll Bring:

* Strong programming skills - Python, SQL, C# (Scala a plus)
* Expertise in data processing pipelines - batch, distributed, and real-time streaming (Event Hubs, APIs, Azure Databricks)
* Azure DevOps & CI/CD pipeline experience
* Experience with Medallion architectures & Delta Lake formats
* Passion for learning new technologies and working in an innovative, high-energy environment

Why Join?

- Work with a leading financial institution in a cutting-edge data-driven environment
- Remote/hybrid options available - work flexibility
- Collaborate with top-tier talent and embrace emerging technologies





Ready to take on this high-impact contract role? Apply now!