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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Azure Fabric Principal Hands-On Data Architect - **Company:** Nmk Global Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Code Review, Data as a Services, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Systems, Data Warehousing, Software Debugging, Dimensional Modeling, Performance Tuning, Power BI, Kusto Query Language, Data Streaming, Data Ingestion, Azure Data Factory, Apache Spark, Powerquery, Microsoft Fabric, Data Lakes, Star Schema, Software Coding, Azure Synapse Analytics, Stream Analytics, Data Pipelines - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/0353473e-6bbb-463c-841e-d0efece28ec6 ## About the Role We are seeking an experienced Azure Fabric Principal Hands-On Data Architect to design, lead, and implement end-to-end enterprise data solutions using Microsoft Fabric and Azure data services. The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience in data architecture, engineering, analytics, Power BI, and Azure cloud technologies, with the ability to lead engagements while actively contributing to technical implementation., * 12+ years of experience in Data Architecture, Data Engineering, and Analytics. * 8+ years of hands-on experience with Azure cloud data services. * Deep expertise in Microsoft Fabric, OneLake, Shortcuts, and Unified Analytics. * Advanced Power BI experience, including: + DAX + Power Query + Real-Time Reporting + Fabric/Synapse Integration * Strong experience with Data Warehousing, Data Modeling, ETL/ELT, and enterprise data architecture. * Hands-on experience designing and implementing data ingestion pipelines using Azure-native tools. * Strong experience with Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, Microsoft Fabric, Delta Lake, Spark, KQL, and Event Hub. * Demonstrated ability to perform hands-on implementation, troubleshooting, debugging, and performance optimization. * Experience leading greenfield projects, migrations, and modernization initiatives. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and facilitate technical workshops. ## Description * Architect end-to-end data solutions using Microsoft Fabric, including Lakehouse, Data Engineering, Data Science, and Real-Time Analytics workloads. * Design and optimize Power BI dashboards, reports, and visualizations, including real-time reporting and performance tuning for large-scale datasets. * Build enterprise-grade data warehouses using dimensional modeling, Star Schema, and Snowflake Schema. * Design and implement scalable data lakes and layered data pipelines using Delta Lake and Spark. * Develop data ingestion and orchestration pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Synapse Pipelines, and Fabric Dataflows. * Support batch, streaming, and hybrid data scenarios using KQL and Azure Event Hub. * Perform hands-on coding, debugging, troubleshooting, deployment, and optimization in Azure environments. * Lead Azure data engagements from requirements gathering and solution design through deployment, optimization, and knowledge transfer. * Collaborate with developers, analysts, business stakeholders, and technical leaders to align data solutions with business objectives. * Stay current with Azure and Microsoft Fabric innovations and recommend modern data architectures. * Mentor junior team members and conduct code reviews. * Promote best practices related to security, compliance, governance, and cost optimization. ## Related Videos - [Data Analytics with Microsoft Fabric: End-to-End Use Case with Data Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1547-data-analytics-with-microsoft-fabric-end-to-end-use-case-with-data-agents) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [The Data Mesh as the end of the Datalake as we know it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/156-the-data-mesh-as-the-end-of-the-datalake-as-we-know-it) - [From Tables to Graphs in Minutes: Supercharging Kusto Graph Analytics with AI-Powered Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1543-from-tables-to-graphs-in-minutes-supercharging-kusto-graph-analytics-with-ai-powered-development) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Graph and AI Trends 2026: Why Is AI Running but Not Yet Delivering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/680-graph-and-ai-trends-2026-why-is-ai-running-but-not-yet-delivering)