Azure Data Technical Lead

About the Position

Azure Data Technical Lead

Ref: NFI 6251ET_1781187370

Join a high-performing, award-winning Microsoft Partner as they continue to scale their Data capability across enterprise clients undergoing large-scale digital transformation.

This is a leadership-focused opportunity for a senior data professional who wants to play a key role in shaping data solutions, influencing technical direction, and mentoring talent within a collaborative, Azure-first environment.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of end-to-end data engineering solutions, from architecture through to delivery and optimisation
• Lead the design, build, and evolution of scalable Azure data platforms (including data pipelines, ETL processes, and curated data models)
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineers within the team, championing best practices and high-quality delivery standards
• Oversee deployment strategies and ensure robust, scalable solutions are delivered into production environments
• Manage and optimise Azure data services across environments, ensuring reliability, performance, and governance
• Partner closely with BI and Analytics teams, translating business requirements into effective data solutions and data marts
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, contributing to solution design and driving data strategy conversations

Requirements

• Strong SQL expertise with a proven track record in data engineering and solution delivery
• Deep experience with Azure Data Factory and the wider Azure data ecosystem
• Strong grounding in data warehousing concepts, Fabric & Snowflake
• Previous consulting experience, with exposure to client-facing delivery and stakeholder engagement
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, mentor team members, and influence technical decisions

We Offer

• Competitive salary range: ZAR 85,000 to ZAR 125,000 ZAR
• Annual bonus scheme
• 100% remote working
• Employer pension contribution
• Fully funded Microsoft certifications
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays

About the Company

Nigel Frank are the go-to recruiter for Power BI and Azure Data Platform roles in South Africa, offering more opportunities across the country than any other.

To apply, please send your CV to [email protected]