Azure Data Engineer We’re looking for an experienced Azure Data Engineer to support one of our clients in driving innovation and business objectives within the company. Start Date: ASAP Day Rate: £450 - £500 (Outside IR35) Duration: 6-months Location: Northampton (Hybrid) Are you ready to drive a major data transformation? We’re looking for an Azure Data Engineer to modernise our clients legacy systems, laying the foundation for automation, decision engines, and seamless API integrations. This role is key to moving our client into an Azure-driven future, creating a "single source of truth" and setting up a robust, scalable data infrastructure for upcoming strategic projects. You’ll take ownership of the roadmap and work closely with the technology team to transform the data landscape, sharing your expertise along the way. We’re looking for someone who’s capable of leading this transformation and setting us up for success in the exciting journey ahead Key Skills We’re Looking For: Proven experience in Azure development, with a strong understanding of designing, developing, and deploying scalable Azure-based solutions. Proficiency in implementing and customising Azure services like Azure Functions, Data Factory, and Databricks. Hands-on expertise in building and managing ARM templates, CI/CD pipelines, and Azure DevOps processes to streamline development and deployment. Strong analytical skills with a background in data visualisation and reporting, ideally using Power BI, to create impactful, user-focused dashboards and insights. Solid knowledge of DevOps practices and tools to optimise infrastructure, enhance system reliability, and support ongoing development needs. Preferred: Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and containerisation. Familiarity with Agile development methodologies. Apply now for immediate consideration on this excellent opportunity Please note: Understanding Solutions is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy.