Senior Azure Data Engineer

Overview

Analytica is seeking aSenior Data Engineer  (Azure) to support one or more dynamic, long-term federal government enterprise data programs. The role will lead the architecture and engineering of Azure cloud big data solutions as part of enterprise data modernization. The successful candidate will join a high-impact team driving the evolution of cloud-native analytics, regulatory science, and mission-critical data systems.

Analytica has been recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest-growing 250 businesses in the US for 3 years. We work with U.S. government clients in health, civilian, and national security missions to build better technology products that impact our day-to-day lives. The company offers competitive compensation with opportunities for bonuses, employer-paid health care, training and development funds, and 401k match.

• Lead the development and enhancement of a shared enterprise data environment that meets a diverse set of Analytics, Reporting, and Data Science federal requirements.

• Engage with clients and use a variety of information gathering techniques (e.g., interviews, facilitation, diagrams) to gather complex business data requirements from Business teams.

• Architect Federal Data Lakes:
  Design and build secure, enterprise-scale storage and analytics solutions using Azure Synapse and ADLS Gen2 to support critical government missions.

• Deploy Modern AI & Fabric:
  Implement Azure Fabric and Azure Machine Learning to transform raw data into predictive, AI-driven insights across the agency.

• Engineer Real-Time Pipelines:
  Develop high-performance ETL/ELT workflows using Azure Data Factory and Event Hubs for seamless data orchestration and streaming.

• Automate with Dev Ops:
  Lead the transition to "Data as Code" by building YAML-based CI/CD pipelines in Azure Dev Ops for rapid, secure, and auditable deployments.

• Lead Agile Delivery:
  Drive technical execution within an Agile framework, using Azure Boards to manage complex sprints and mentor engineering teams in a collaborative environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Science, or related field.

• Microsoft Certification in one or more strongly preferred:
  Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Data Engineer Associate, Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Solutions Architect Expert and/or Microsoft Certified:
  Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate.

• 10+ years of experience developing enterprise data warehouse / lake solutions, with at least 5+ years specifically designing and implementing Azure-based Cloud Architectures.

• Leadership Track Record:
  Proven experience leading cross-functional technical teams and mentoring junior engineers within an Agile framework. Demonstrated enterprise capabilities in modern data stack, data modeling & strategy, automation & Dev Ops, and data governance and security.

• Modern Data Stack:
  Mastery of Azure Synapse Analytics, ADLS Gen2, and Azure Data Factory for complex ETL/ELT orchestration and data lake/housedesign.

• Data Modeling & Strategy:
  Expert-level knowledge of conceptual, logical, and physical data modeling (e.g., Star/Snowflake schemas) and modern paradigms like Data Mesh or Data Fabric.

• Automation & Dev Ops:
  Proficiency in YAML-based CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.

• Data Governance & Security:
  Knowledge of Microsoft Purview and related data governance technologies; ability to architect solutions aligned with FedRAMP High, DoD IL4/IL5, and NIST 800-53 standards, incorporating Zero Trust principles.

• US Citizenship & Federal Clearance: US citizen with ability to secure a US Federal Clearance.

Analytica is a leading consulting and information technology solutions provider to public sector organizations supporting health, civilian, and national security missions. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Bethesda, MD, the company is an established small business that has been recognized by Inc. Magazine each of the past three years as one of the 250 fastest-growing companies in the U.S. Analytica specializes in providing software and systems engineering, information management, analytics & visualization,…