Job Summary – Network Engineer

- Role:  Network Engineer (Data Engineer)

- Location: Metro Atlanta. GA

Key Responsibilities:

- Design, build, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric and Azure Databricks.

- Implement medallion architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold) for data lifecycle management and quality.

- Support the migration from legacy SQL-based systems and decommission SSRS, ensuring data continuity.

- Develop and manage notebooks (Fabric Notebooks, Databricks) for data transformation with Python, SQL, and Spark.

- Deliver curated datasets and analytics models for Power BI dashboards and reports.

- Build dimensional and real-time data models for analytics.

- Collaborate with data analysts, stewards, and business stakeholders to deliver fit-for-purpose data assets.

- Apply data governance policies (row-level security, data masking, classification) using Microsoft Purview or Unity Catalog.

- Ensure monitoring, logging, and CI/CD automation of data workflows via Azure DevOps.

- Provide support during data migration and cutover events to minimize disruption.

Technical Environment / Stack:

- Microsoft Fabric (Dataflows, Pipelines, Notebooks, OneLake)

- Azure Databricks

- SQL Server / SQL Managed Instances

- Power BI (semantic models, datasets)

- SSRS (legacy support and sunset)

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.

- 5+ years’ experience in data engineering, preferably in government or regulated environments.

- Proficiency in SQL, Python, and Spark.

- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric and Power BI.

- Familiarity with data governance tools (Microsoft Purview, Unity Catalog).

- Strong knowledge of ETL/ELT pipelines, data warehousing, and schema design.

- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Certifications (Microsoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer, Azure Data Engineer Associate).

- Experience with CI/CD automation (Azure DevOps).

- Knowledge of data security and compliance (FIPS 199, NIST).

- Experience with modernization and decommissioning of legacy reporting systems (SSRS).

Soft Skills:

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

- Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

- Comfortable working in fast-paced and evolving technology environments.