Azure Data Engineer

Role: Azure Data EngineerNeed US Citizens or Permanent residents (GCs) for this role.This is a potential contract to hire opportunity.Location: Hamilton, NJ (4 days onsite) -- This is an onsite role. Remote is not an option.Job SummaryWe are seeking a hands-on Azure Data Engineer with 8-10 years of hands-on experience designing, building, and optimizing modern data platforms supporting analytics and AI initiatives. This role partners closely with technology and business teams to deliver scalable, high-performance data solutions.ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop data pipelines using Azure Data Services and Databricks.Build and optimize ETL/ELT workflows using PySpark, Python, SQL, and Azure Data Factory/Fabric.Integrate and manage data across platforms such as Snowflake, Delta Lake, and Azure Storage.Required SkillsStrong experience in Azure Data Engineering.Hands-on expertise with Databricks, PySpark, Python and SQL.Real experience with implementing AI use cases.Experience with Azure Fabric, Snowflake, and modern data architectures.Solid understanding of cloud data pipelines, performance tuning, and data governance.Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills.