[Remote] Senior Azure Data Platform Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. New Era Technology is a global team committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. They are seeking a senior-level Azure Data Platform Engineer to manage and optimize Azure SQL databases and drive data platform reliability across client environments.ResponsibilitiesAdminister and manage Azure SQL Managed Instance and Azure SQL databases in production environmentsPerform database performance tuning, including indexing strategies, query plan analysis, and workload optimizationDiagnose and resolve locking, blocking, and concurrency issuesImplement and manage database security, user access, and role-based permissionsEnsure robust backup, recovery, and high availability practicesDesign, build, and maintain ADF pipelines for batch and incremental data loadingAdminister ADF environments, including monitoring, scheduling, and failure handlingTroubleshoot pipeline failures, integration issues, and performance bottlenecksAnalyze execution logs and metrics to identify systemic issues in data processing workflowsEnsure pipelines are resilient, scalable, and operationally supportableTake end-to-end ownership of data loading processes, from ingestion through validationLead efforts to stabilize, standardize, and improve existing pipelinesIdentify root causes of failures and implement durable, repeatable fixesCoordinate across teams to ensure data availability and integrityEstablish and enforce monitoring, alerting, and operational disciplineDevelop and maintain automation using Python and/or PowerShellAutomate operational workflows such as environment validation, monitoring, and remediationReduce manual intervention through repeatable scripting solutionsWork within Azure environments to support infrastructure dependencies impacting data workloadsUtilize Azure DevOps (ADO) for: Managing database schema changes, Versioning and promoting ADF pipelinesContribute to CI/CD practices for data platform deploymentsWork directly with client stakeholders, internal teams, and third-party vendorsOperate effectively in environments with unclear ownership, legacy systems, or process gapsCommunicate clearly around issues, risks, and remediation strategiesDemonstrate a willingness to take initiative, assume ownership, and drive outcomesSkills7+ years of experience in database administration, data engineering, or data platform operationsDeep hands-on expertise with: Azure SQL Managed Instance / Azure SQL DatabaseDeep hands-on expertise with: Azure Data Factory (pipeline development and administration)Strong experience in SQL query optimization and performance tuningProven ability to diagnose and resolve: Locking/blocking issuesProven ability to diagnose and resolve: Data pipeline failuresProven ability to diagnose and resolve: Performance bottlenecksExperience managing database user access and security administrationHands-on experience with Python and/or PowerShell scriptingExperience with Azure DevOps (ADO) for managing code and deploymentsStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret logs and debug data processesAbility to work independently in complex, high-pressure environmentsExperience supporting large-scale or high-volume data environmentsExposure to multi-vendor or hybrid data ecosystemsFamiliarity with broader Azure services supporting enterprise data platformsPrior experience in client-facing or consulting rolesExperience stabilizing or inheriting underperforming data environmentsBenefitsWork alongside industry-certified expertsAccess continuous trainingEnjoy competitive benefitsCompany OverviewNew Era Technology is the AI, application, and infrastructure partner that simplifies, secures, and scales technology across modern work environments. It was founded in 1992, and is headquartered in Falls, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.promedianj.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipNew Era Technology has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 28 in 2026, 18 in 2025, 8 in 2024, 86 in 2023, 7 in 2022, 7 in 2021, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.