Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer
Location: Remote (UK)
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 + Benefits
Type: Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer to join a growing data and analytics team. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the development of a modern, cloud-based data platform, leveraging Microsoft Fabric to deliver scalable, reliable, and business-critical data solutions.
You'll be responsible for designing and building end-to-end data pipelines, developing Lakehouse and Warehouse solutions, optimising data models for analytics, and enabling high-quality reporting through Power BI. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you'll help transform raw data into trusted, accessible, and actionable insight.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys ownership, is passionate about modern data architecture, and wants to help shape the future of an organisation's data capability.
Key Responsibilities
- Microsoft Fabric Platform DevelopmentDesign, develop, and maintain scalable solutions within Microsoft Fabric.
- Build and optimise Fabric Pipelines, Dataflows, Notebooks, Lakehouses, and Warehouses.
- Implement robust data engineering standards and best practices across the platform.
- Data Engineering & IntegrationDevelop and maintain data ingestion pipelines from APIs, databases, flat files, and third-party applications.
- Automate data processing workflows to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
- Create reusable transformation frameworks using Python, SQL, and Fabric notebooks.
- Data Modelling & AnalyticsDesign and develop scalable data models to support reporting and analytics requirements.
- Enable efficient Power BI reporting through well-structured semantic models and optimised datasets.
- Support the delivery of enterprise-grade analytics solutions.
- Governance & Data QualityImplement data quality controls, monitoring, and validation processes.
- Support data governance initiatives, ensuring consistency, security, and compliance.
- Maintain documentation, metadata, and lineage across data assets.
- Stakeholder CollaborationWork closely with analysts, BI developers, software engineers, and business stakeholders.
- Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
- Provide recommendations on improving data processes and architecture.
Required Skills & Experience
- EssentialHands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric.
- Strong experience building Fabric Pipelines, Lakehouses, Warehouses, and Notebooks.
- Advanced SQL skills and data modelling expertise.
- Python experience for automation and data transformation.
- Experience integrating data from APIs, databases, and cloud applications.
- Power BI experience including semantic modelling and performance optimisation.
- Understanding of modern data architectures including Lakehouse and Warehouse methodologies.
- Experience working with Azure-based data platforms.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and requirements gathering skills.
- DesirableExperience with Azure Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, Databricks, or Azure DevOps.
- Knowledge of CI/CD processes and Git version control.
- Exposure to Microsoft Purview or other governance tools.
- Experience within Energy, Utilities, Sustainability, Retail, Financial Services, or other data-intensive industries.
- Microsoft Certifications such as:
- DP-700 Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer Associate
- DP-600 Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate
- PL-300 Power BI Data Analyst
- What We're Looking ForOwnership mentality with a passion for building scalable solutions.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
- Curious, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement.
- Pragmatic approach to balancing technical excellence with business priorities.
- BenefitsSalary: £60,000 - £65,000
- Fully Remote Working
- Flexible Hours
- Private Healthcare
- Generous Pension Contribution
- Learning & Development Budget
- Microsoft Certification Support
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Career Progression Opportunities