Job Title: Data Platform Engineer
Location: Remote USA
Job Type:  Full-Time
Department: Platform & Data

Company:
We are hiring for a global leader in the Legal Tech space, driving innovation through the application of cutting-edge technology to transform the legal industry. As we continue to grow and scale, we are investing heavily in building robust data infrastructure to support our expanding data needs. We are looking for a talented and experienced Data Platform Engineer to join our team and play a critical role in shaping the future of our data strategy.
Role Overview:
As a Data Platform Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and optimising the foundational data infrastructure. This is an exciting opportunity to create and lead the data engineering function, working alongside data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders. You will focus on delivering scalable, efficient, and integrated data solutions in Azure, driving the development of data pipelines, storage solutions, and optimising existing systems.
Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain the company's foundational data infrastructure on Azure.
• Develop scalable, reliable, and efficient data pipelines for ingestion, transformation, and storage.
• Optimise SQL databases and other data storage solutions, ensuring performance and accessibility.
• Integrate data sources from various internal systems and external platforms into a unified architecture.
• Implement best practices for data governance, security, and compliance in line with industry standards.
• Support and enhance real-time and batch data processing capabilities.
• Work closely with data scientists and engineers to enable self-service data access and improve analytics capabilities.
• Evaluate and implement cloud-native Azure services, such as Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Databricks, and Cosmos DB.
• Automate data operations and workflows using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Bicep.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in data engineering, platform engineering, or cloud-based data solutions.
• Expertise in Azure cloud services, including Azure Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, Databricks, and Blob Storage.
• Strong knowledge of SQL databases (PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or MySQL) and experience optimising large-scale data storage solutions.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and ETL pipeline development.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep) for managing cloud resources.
• Familiarity with big data processing frameworks (Spark, Delta Lake, or similar).
• Strong understanding of data governance, security, and compliance best practices.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines for data workflows.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working in AI-driven or data-intensive environments.
• Knowledge of NoSQL databases (Cosmos DB, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with real-time data streaming (Kafka, Event Hubs).
• Experience integrating machine learning models into data pipelines.
• Azure Certifications (e.g., DP-203: Azure Data Engineer Associate).

Why Join Us?

• Greenfield Opportunity: Shape the data engineering function from the ground up.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with leading Azure cloud technologies.
• Career Growth: A fast-paced, collaborative environment with opportunities for career progression.
• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and benefits.
• Flexible Working: Flexible working arrangements with remote or hybrid options available.

If you're ready to contribute to the next wave of innovation in Legal Tech and play a pivotal role in shaping our data infrastructure, apply now and be part of a forward-thinking, industry-leading company.