Build scalable, secure, and cloud-native data solutions for a leading European financial institution, working within a global technology consultancy on a long-term, high-impact project in the banking sector.

• Remote in Portugal
•  Permanent contract directly with the consultancy

We are hiring a Senior Azure Data Engineer to join an international engineering team responsible for designing, building, and maintaining modern Azure-based data platforms and cloud solutions that support critical banking applications and data-driven initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize data pipelines using Azure Data Factory and Python
• Build and maintain scalable data solutions using Azure SQL, ensuring performance, reliability, and security
• Develop backend services and automation solutions using Python
• Perform SQL development, query optimization, and performance tuning
• Design and implement secure, scalable, and cost-efficient solutions on Microsoft Azure
• Implement Azure security best practices using Azure Active Directory, Managed Identities, and Azure Key Vault
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and deployments using Terraform, ARM, or Bicep
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support reliable software delivery
• Work with containerized environments using Docker, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), and Azure Container Instances (ACI)
• Monitor platform performance, troubleshoot production issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Produce clear technical documentation and share knowledge across engineering teams

What We Are Looking For

• 6+ years of experience designing and implementing solutions on Microsoft Azure
• Strong hands-on experience with Azure Data Factory and Azure SQL
• Proven experience building and maintaining data pipelines and cloud-based data solutions
• Strong Python development skills
• Experience with SQL performance tuning and complex query development
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, ARM, or Bicep
• Strong understanding of Azure security principles, including Azure AD, Managed Identities, and Azure Key Vault
• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes (AKS)

Nice to Have

• Experience with Azure monitoring and observability tools
• Knowledge of cloud cost optimization strategies
• Experience supporting large-scale production environments
• Experience within banking, financial services, or regulated environments

What's in It for You

• Permanent contract with a global technology consultancy
• Long-term international project within the banking sector
• Opportunity to work with modern Azure data and cloud technologies at enterprise scale
• Collaborative environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement
• Flexible remote working model within Portugal

📩 Interested? Apply now or send your CV to Candidatura Online