Data Engineer

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett • New York, NY

27d • $150,000 - $175,000

About The Position

The Data Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing data pipelines and analytics solutions across the Microsoft data ecosystem. This role focuses on building reliable ETL/ELT workflows using Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server, and Python to support reporting, analytics, and data science initiatives. The engineer collaborates with senior team members, analysts, and business partners to deliver clean, well structured data while contributing to the modernization of cloud-based data platforms. This position requires strong technical fundamentals, attention to detail, and a desire to grow into more advanced engineering and architectural responsibilities.

Requirements

• 2-4 years experience working with enterprise level relational and/or non-relational database and ETL/ELT technologies.
• Extensive experience with Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure Data Factory, Databricks, SQL Server, and Python.
• Demonstrated experience in the implementation and creation of both on-premise SQL Server Databases as well as Azure SQL Databases.
• Deep understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, data warehousing concepts, and data architecture.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL for complex querying and database management.
• Strong experience with Python for advanced data manipulation and automation tasks.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud computing concepts and services, particularly within Azure.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills and experience working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Experience with data governance and data quality frameworks.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Azure services (e.g., Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure SQL Database, Cosmos DB) and big data technologies.
• Experience with semi-structured/NoSQL databases is a plus.
• Azure data certifications (e.g., Azure Data Engineer Associate) are a plus but not required.
• Legal IT experience a plus but not required

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and optimization of SQL Server databases and queries to meet complex reporting and analytical needs.
• Write and maintain Python scripts for sophisticated data transformation, analysis, and automation tasks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders, to understand and translate data requirements into technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex data-related issues, ensuring high data quality and reliability.
• Monitor, optimize, and scale data workflows to improve performance and cost-efficiency.
• Develop and enforce best practices for data engineering processes, documentation, and governance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees