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# DECAL Data Network Engineer

- **Company:** Hire IT People
- **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, Information Engineering, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Masking, Data Migration, Data Security, Data Warehousing, Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS), Python (Programming Language), Microsoft SQL Server, Power BI, SQL Databases, SQL Server Reporting Services, Data Logging, Azure Data Factory, Apache Spark, Microsoft Fabric, Information Technology, Collibra, Data Pipelines, Databricks
- **Published:** October 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://ats.hireitpeople.com/candidate/apply/41404-decal-data-network-engineer

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
 * 5+ years of experience in data engineering roles, preferably in government or regulated environments.
 * Proficiency in SQL, Python, Spark.
 * Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric (Dataflows, Pipelines, Notebooks, OneLake)
 * Experience with Power BI data modeling and dashboard development
 * Familiarity with data governance tools (Microsoft Purview, Unity Catalog)
 * Solid understanding of ETL/ELT pipelines, data warehousing concepts, and schema design
 * Strong communication and collaboration skills., * Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer or Azure Data Engineer Associate
 * Knowledge of CI/CD automation with Azure DevOps
 * Familiarity with data security and compliance (e.g., FIPS 199, NIST)
 * Experience managing sunset and modernization of legacy reporting systems like SSRS

Soft Skills:

 * Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
 * Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
 * Comfort in fast-paced and evolving technology environments

## Description

* Design, build, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric and Azure Databricks.
 * Implement medallion architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold) to support data lifecycle and data quality.
 * Support the sunsetting of legacy SQL-based infrastructure and SSRS, ensuring data continuity and stakeholder readiness.
 * Create and manage notebooks (e.g., Fabric Notebooks, Databricks) for data transformation using Python, SQL, and Spark.
 * Build and deliver curated datasets and analytics models to support Power BI dashboards and reports.
 * Develop dimensional and real-time data models for analytics use cases.
 * Collaborate with data analysts, stewards, and business stakeholders to deliver fit-for-purpose data assets.
 * Apply data governance policies including row-level security, data masking, and classification in line with Microsoft Purview or Unity Catalog.
 * Ensure monitoring, logging, and CI/CD automation using Azure DevOps for data workflows.
 * Provide support during data migration and cutover events, ensuring minimal disruption.

Technical Stack:

 * Microsoft Fabric.
 * Azure Databricks.
 * SQL Server / SQL Managed Instances.
 * Power BI (including semantic models and datasets).
 * SSRS (for legacy support and decommissioning).