Lead Azure Data Engineer

Wolverine Worldwide•Rockford, MI

6d•Remote

About The Position

The Lead Azure Data Engineer operates as a technology expert and architect responsible for the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-scale data solutions using Microsoft Azure technologies. This role functions at an enterprise level with accountability for solution delivery, adherence to technology best practices, a 24/7 support model, and defined service level agreements with business leadership. In addition to deep technical expertise, the role requires elite communication and problem-solving skills. The Lead Azure Data Engineer must translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable guidance for both technical and non-technical stakeholders, influence architectural decisions, and lead cross-functional discussions with confidence. The position demands advanced analytical thinking and structured problem-solving capabilities to diagnose complex data and platform issues, design scalable solutions under ambiguity, and drive timely resolution of business-critical challenges.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.
10+ years of proven experience in the design and implementation of data warehouse architecture as well as data delivery, data modeling, ETL tools, master data management and deploying highly automated and documented solutions
Considered an expert with Cloud Data Engineering (Ex: MS Azure Synapse and/or Fabric)
8+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure data engineering products: Azure Synapse Studio, Pipelines/Workflows, Python Notebooks, Analytic Pools (serverless), SQL Server Development, and DevOps
Strong understanding of Azure Monitor, Application Insights, Cost Management, or equivalent tooling
Strong understanding of SAP AFS Functional Areas, Sales and Distribution, Order to Cash, Material Management, Procure to Pay a plus
Certificates in area of expertise or equivalent training and development.
Proven successful assignment record
Good analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Good oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of SAP AFS Functional Areas, Sales and Distribution, Order to Cash, Material Management, Procure to Pay

Responsibilities

Confers with customers and team members to determine requirements; designs business application systems that address and solve corporate business needs; utilizes business and systems knowledge to best meet customer and organizational needs
Manages and maintains controls and procedures, ensuring that assigned IT areas are performing significant tasks on schedule and within expense parameters
Acts as coordinator, as requested, for Enterprise-Wide priorities; identifies and analyzes issues, devises solutions through cross-functional teamwork and determines corrective action, clearly communicating to stakeholders throughout
Assesses requirements and work requests and assigns priorities and resolution targets
Assists Manager in preparation of annual budgets and monthly cost allocations
Accountable for disaster recovery initiatives and change management standards and procedures
Leads and/or assists team members and customers with problem solving related to application performance and usage
Establishes, monitors and improves service delivery levels including reliability, availability, accuracy, serviceability and cost
Interfaces with all levels of management to develop requirements and obtain approval for implementation of new systems
Assists IT Management in the formulation and execution of complex objectives to meet short and long-term company strategic goals
Estimates work effort (resources, timeline, cost) for multiple projects across teams/areas of expertise
Provides input to the recruiting process
Continues development of technical and business proficiency through self-directed education, project assignments and interfacing with representatives of vendors and suppliers; participates in local/regional/national influence groups
Manages and accounts for Wolverine resources and assets
Interacts in a cross-team capacity to meet customer and organizational needs
Provides 24-hour on call support, including evenings and weekends
Performs other duties as required/assigned by Manager
Performs duties consistent with the company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies