Lead Data Engineer Job at Straive, Newark, NJ

  • Straive
  • Newark, NJ

Job Description

Job Description:

We are seeking a Lead Data Engineer to help us architect and implement modern data solutions using the Microsoft Fabric ecosystem. You will be responsible for streamlining data workflows, implementing OneLake architectures, and enabling seamless data integration and analytics across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Unified Storage: Implement and optimize OneLake structures to create a seamless, single source of truth for diverse data assets.
  • Data Engineering: Develop scalable ETL/ELT workflows using Synapse Data Engineering and Data Factory.
  • Performance Tuning: Optimize Fabric capacity and compute usage to ensure cost-efficient, high-speed data processing.
  • Pipelines & Ingestion: Build metadata-driven pipelines using Fabric Pipelines to ingest and process JSON, ZIP, XLSX, and CSV files effectively. Implement pattern-based incremental refreshes and SCD Type 1 & Type 2 logic.
  • Architecture & Performance: Design scalable Medallion Architectures (Bronze/Silver/Gold) across Fabric Lakehouses and Data Warehouses. Apply PySpark optimization (broadcast joins, partition strategy, data skew, memory tuning), SQL query tuning, and Delta Lake features (V-Order, Liquid Clustering, Time Travel).
  • Automation & Scripting: Write advanced Python and leverage Fabric Utils (notebookutils/mssparkutils) alongside Fabric REST APIs to automate inter-notebook workflows, dynamic parameterization, and workspace management.
  • Governance & Data Quality: Build automated Data Quality practices (schema enforcement, dynamic validation, reconciliation logging). Implement Fabric Governance frameworks, Microsoft Purview integration, data lineage, and security controls (RLS/CLS). Managing staged environments Dev. UAT and PROD with CICD Principals.
  • DevOps, Capacity & Analytics: Manage Fabric DevOps/ALM (Git integration and deployment pipelines) and monitor compute using the Fabric Capacity Metrics App to optimize CUs. Support basic Power BI semantic modeling (Direct Lake mode) and real-time ingestion via Eventhouse/KQL.
  • Collaboration: Partner with Data Scientists and BI teams to deliver structured, high-fidelity datasets for GenAI and advanced analytics.

Key Qualifications & Skills

  • Total Experience of 10-15 years
  • Ecosystem Mastery: 3-5 years in Azure Data Engineering with focused experience in Microsoft Fabric, Synapse Analytics, and OneLake.
  • Languages: Advanced proficiency in Python (PySpark) and Complex SQL.
  • Frameworks: Hands-on experience with Delta Lake formats, Medallion Architecture, and Spark-based processing.
  • Integrations : Working knowledge of Power BI (Direct Lake connectivity), Git-based CI/CD, and Fabric Capacity Management.
  • Orchestration: Proven ability to build and monitor pipelines in Data Factory and manage CI/CD via Azure DevOps.
  • Data Modeling: Good understanding of Star/Snowflake schemas and semantic modeling.
  • Certifications (Preferred): DP-600 ( Fabric Analytics Engineer ) or DP-203 ( Azure Data Engineer ) , DP-700 ( Fabric Data Engineer Associate ).

WHY STRAIVE:

Straive is a global leader in enterprise-grade data analytics and AI solutions, committed to empowering businesses across various industries with cutting-edge technology and expert insights. Backed by EQT, a top private equity firm, we are uniquely positioned to drive innovation through significant investments and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Our core focus is on delivering advanced Data Analytics & AI Solutions. By combining sophisticated technology with subject matter expertise, we deliver material impact on our clients' topline and streamline their operations.

With a client base spanning 30 countries, Straive's strategically located teams operate from eight countries and is headquartered in Singapore. This global presence enables us to offer localized expertise with a worldwide perspective.

Join Straive to be part of a dynamic team at the forefront of data analytics and AI innovation. Here, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to transformative projects, supported by significant investments and an entrepreneurial drive fueled by our partnership with EQT.

Recognition & Achievements

We have been recognized as a Star Performer in Data & AI Services Specialists - Everest’s

  • North America PEAK Matrix 2025, and as a Leader in AIM’s Pema Quadrant of Agentic AI Service Providers - 2025.
  • In Nov 2023, Straive acquired Gramener, an award-winning, design-led data science company, enhancing our data, analytics, and AI capabilities.
  • In June 2025, we acquired SG Analytics, a leading provider of AI-powered insights and contextual analytics services.

For more information, please visit our Website

“Straive is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status”

Job Tags

Full time, Worldwide

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