Data Platform Engineer - Blue Margin

About Us:

At Blue Margin, we are on a mission to build the go-to data platform for PE-backed mid-market companies. We are a dynamic, customer-focused company providing hosted data platforms for companies across many industries. We're passionate about leveraging the power of data to drive business success for our clients. We're currently seeking an experienced Data Platform Engineer to join our team and play a crucial role in designing, building, maintaining, and troubleshooting our data platform.

Job Description:

As a Data Platform Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the development, maintenance, and optimization of our data platform. Your primary responsibilities will include source setup and data integration, pipeline creation and optimization, and project planning. With a focus on Azure environments and the Azure Data stack, you will have the opportunity to leverage the latest tools and technologies, including enabling natural language querying against our innovative data platform. By empowering our clients to unlock actionable insights from their data, you will directly contribute to driving their businesses forward. If you are driven by innovation, thrive in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment, and want to be part of a team that is revolutionizing data analytics, this position offers an incredible opportunity for growth and professional development. Join us and be a driving force in shaping the future of data-driven success for our clients.

We are seeking a candidate to work as a full-time employee in our local office in Fort Collins.  

Please note that we are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

Responsibilities:

• Design, construct, test and maintain highly scalable data management systems using PySpark, SparkSQL, Azure Synapse pipelines, and Data Lakes.
• Manage client Azure subscriptions, including resource deployment, network configuration, performance tracking, and security.
• Implement and maintain the Azure Data stack, including Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, and Azure SQL Synapse Analytics.
• Adapt quickly to new data sources, technologies, and tools, enabling you to make informed decisions for efficient data processing.
• Work closely with analysts and stakeholders to understand data needs.
• Ensure systems meet business requirements and industry practices.
• Implement measures to safeguard sensitive data.
• Monitor system performance by performing regular tests, troubleshooting, and integrating new features.
• Collaborate with data team members and participate in project planning and coordination.
• Maintain a high level of adherence to project timelines and deliverables, ensuring the timely completion of tasks.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in data engineering or a similar role.
• Expertise in PySpark, SparkSQL / T-SQL, Azure Synapse pipelines.
• Strong experience in Azure administration and familiarity with the Azure Data stack, including Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, and Azure SQL Synapse Analytics.
• Proficient in SQL and knowledgeable in data mining and segmentation techniques.
• Experience with delta logic and best practices for managing Parquet and Delta files.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into understandable terms.
• Adherence to established protocols and willingness to adapt and innovate within established guidelines.
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Relevant certifications in Azure or data engineering technologies are a plus. 

Our Culture:  

• Company Core Values: Commit to Quality, Embrace Transparency, Choose to Be Positive, Be Efficient/Systematize, Pursue Learning, Be Generous.  
• We believe that in-person interaction is vital to solid work relationships, and we cater lunch every Friday.
• Weekly personal and professional development programs for all.  
• Teamwork—we maintain company-wide interaction and communication.  
• Entrepreneurism – we want everyone on our team to be eager to adapt and evolve with our advancing business. We are looking for someone who is comfortable wearing more than one hat.  

Work Environment and Physical Requirements: 

• This position may require minimal physical effort including lifting materials and equipment of less than 10 pounds. This position requires viewing a computer screen more than 80 percent of the time. The job will take place in a normal office environment with controlled temperature and lighting conditions. This position may require some travel and occasional participation in off-site functions. 

Salary and Benefits:  

• This is a full-time position with a starting salary range of $70K – $90K and is commensurate with experience and qualifications.   
• Benefits include health, dental and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401K matching, health club stipend, paid vacation, sick leave, and a bonus structure.