Data Engineer (Azure Focus)
About Blue Ridge CareAt Blue Ridge Care, we deliver extraordinary care to improve life’s journey. As a mission-driven, not-for-profit healthcare system, we provide integrated services in hospice, serious illness care, Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), community thrift shops, and grief support—meeting patients and families with the compassion, expertise, and respect they deserve.Our goal is simple: to reimagine how communities experience aging, serious illness, and end-of-life care through personalized, high-quality services.Join Our TeamJoin Blue Ridge Care and become a Future Maker, where your expertise helps build the data systems that empower our teams to deliver meaningful, high-quality care. Behind every great decision is great data—and your work will directly support the care we provide to our community.About The RoleWe’re looking for a dedicated Data Engineer (Azure Focus) to support the development and long-term sustainability of our enterprise data and analytics platform.This role is essential in helping Blue Ridge Care build a reliable, scalable Azure-based data environment that supports reporting, analytics, and informed decision-making across the organization.You will work closely with leadership and our external implementation partner to build and support data pipelines, integrate systems, validate data quality, and gradually assume internal ownership of the platform. This is an ideal opportunity for someone eager to grow their technical skills and play a key role in shaping the future of our data environment.How You’ll Make a DifferenceData Platform DevelopmentSupport the buildout and stabilization of Blue Ridge Care’s Azure-based data platformAssist in developing, testing, and maintaining scalable data pipelinesHelp expand the platform to meet growing reporting and analytics needsLearn system architecture to support long-term internal ownershipData Integration & EngineeringIntegrate data from various systems including databases, files, and APIsApply ETL/ELT concepts to transform data into standardized, usable formatsSupport enhancements to data models and reporting structuresAssist with new data pipeline development and system integrationsData Quality & ValidationPerform data validation and quality checks to ensure reliability and accuracyIdentify and troubleshoot data issues across systems and pipelinesSupport the development of consistent monitoring and quality practicesCollaboration & SupportWork with IT, finance, operational leaders, analysts, and external partnersTranslate reporting and analytics needs into technical solutionsContribute to documentation including workflows, architecture, and processesSupport a scalable, sustainable data environment aligned with organizational growthWhat You BringBachelor’s degree in computer science, data analytics, information systems, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)1–2 years of experience in data engineering, BI, analytics engineering, or similar roleFoundational experience with Microsoft Azure and strong desire to grow in Azure technologiesWorking knowledge of SQL and data pipeline concepts (ETL/ELT)Experience supporting or troubleshooting data processes or pipelinesUnderstanding of relational databases, structured data, and validation techniquesStrong problem-solving, documentation, and communication skillsAbility to collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersPreferred Technical SkillsMicrosoft Azure fundamentalsSQL proficiencyAzure Data Factory and/or DatabricksData modeling (fact/dimension, star schema)Data integration and transformationBasic scripting (Python or similar)Data quality validation and troubleshootingDocumentation development (ERDs, dataflows, process documentation)Ideal Candidate ProfileComfortable contributing technically while continuing to learn and growEager to develop expertise in Azure-based data environmentsMotivated to take on increasing responsibility and platform ownership over timeStrong communicator who can work across teamsPassionate about building sustainable, scalable solutions that support organizational successWhy You’ll Love Working HereAt Blue Ridge Care, caring for others begins with caring for you.We offer a supportive and flexible environment where your contributions are valued—and your growth is encouraged.Competitive PayFlexible Work ArrangementsPTO & Paid Volunteer TimeComprehensive Health BenefitsTuition Reimbursement & Professional DevelopmentCollaborative, mission-driven cultureGrowth opportunities aligned with our 2030 Strategic PlanHere, you’re not just part of a team—you’re part of a mission to deliver extraordinary care and improve life’s journey, today and for years to come.Blue Ridge Care is a non-profit, equal opportunity employer.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and those we serve.Hybrid Work: This role is primarily remote; however, periodic travel to the office will be required based on business needs.