Azure Data Engineer

This position is a fully remote position, however, occasional travel within the United States may be required.

Purpose

Seeking an Azure Data Engineer (3–5 years) to join cross-functional teams of Developers, Azure engineers, and Azure Security professionals. In this role, you will also design, deploy, and maintain Azure Data within various SQL and NoSQL platforms. Operational support and optimizations including performance optimization, replication, backup, restore and disaster recovery. Expert level skills in Azure and Microsoft Database platforms including IaaS, PaaS and SAS solutions.

CI/CD pipelines; automate operations with Bash, PowerShell, and Python; design and implement Zero Trust and least-privilege models; and manage Azure DevOps security and permissions. Close collaboration with application developers and infrastructure colleagues in a team setting.

Responsibilities

Databases

• Microsoft SQL, Mongo, Postgres, Qdrant
• Wide area network data replication
• On-Premises to Azure migrations
• Secure Identities and groups
  
  

Security & Permissions

• Configure Azure Database security, service connections, user/group permissions
• Implement least-privilege access with Azure RBAC and Management Groups
• Enforce Azure Policy assignments
  
  

Agile Process & Boards Management

• Create and maintain work items (Epics, Features, Tasks)
• Team sprint planning, backlog creation, and reporting on velocity and cycle time
  
  

Automation & Scripting

• Write and maintain deployment and operational scripts in Bash, PowerShell, and Python
• Other Responsibilities as assigned by management
  
  

Minimum Skills, Education And Experience

• Expert at designing, deploying, and operating Azure data infrastructure
• Working Azure infrastructure knowledge: compute (VMs, scale sets), storage accounts, load balancers, networking, and identity services, App Service, Web Application Gateway
• Scripting skills in Bash, PowerShell, and Python
• Strong understanding of Zero Trust and least-privilege security models
• Experience managing Azure DevOps security and permissions
• Experience facilitating Agile ceremonies and reporting metrics
• Self-starter with strong communication skills
• SSIS, SSRS, PowerBI, T-SQL, Microsoft Fabric
• Azure Certifications
• Azure Security tools, Key Vault, Entra identity
• Exposure to application development (C#, Python, etc.)
• Linux and Windows experience
  
  

Starting Compensation: $130,000/year

At Ascend Technologies we firmly believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are not only fundamental values but also powerful drivers of innovation, growth, and success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.

CORE VALUES

We are seeking highly motivated individuals who have the willingness and ability to demonstrate Ascend core values:

• Committed to Client Success: Our actions and our words always align with the best interest of the client.
• One Team: We work collaboratively to overcome challenges with humility and respect and do what it takes to find innovative solutions.
• Integrity: We are unquestionably committed to doing the right thing even when it is hard.
• Accountability: We hold ourselves and each other accountable for keeping our commitments to our clients, our communities, and one another.
• Transparency: We create open lines of communication with each other and our clients, fostering relationships founded on candor and trust.
  
  

The salary for this position is commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications. The range is intended to reflect our commitment to attracting top talent, and the final offer will be based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's previous experience, expertise in the field, relevant certifications, and the specific requirements of the role. In addition, internal equity, market trends, and geographic location may also influence the final salary.

Along with a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings options, flexible time off (FTO), and professional development opportunities. We are open to discussing compensation and benefits further during the interview process to ensure alignment with the candidate’s expectations and experience.