Senior Microsoft Data Engineering Lead

Senior Microsoft Data Engineering LeadPublic Sector | Melbourne | 2.5-year fixed termBuild the platform. Set the standard.A large, well-funded transformation program is moving its core systems onto a modern Microsoft data stack. The platform is being designed with a systems integration partner, and now they need the person who will own it technically, from the first pipeline to the architecture patterns every solution will follow.This is a hands-on engineering and data governance role, leading from the front. You'll build, you'll set the standards, and you'll work closely with the SI partner to completion.What you'll ownLegacy to target: Design and build the tooling and pipelines that move data from existing systems into the new environmentDataverse governance: Define how Dataverse is configured and validate SI partner designs against those standardsFabric governance: Set the guardrails for Fabric, validate partner designs, and carry the design and build forward beyond the SI engagementSolution patterns: Establish the architecture and design principles that apply across every solution on the programPartner relationship: Be the technical counterpart to the SI partner's resources, collaborative but clear on qualityWhat you'll bringHands-on Microsoft Fabric implementation experienceDataverse design and setupStrong data engineering fundamentals, including Azure Data Factory and the wider Azure data stackSemantic and lineage modellingExperience reviewing and challenging third-party designs while keeping a working relationship intactA background as a Senior Microsoft Data Engineer or Fabric Platform Lead, or something equivalentHighly regardedDP-600 (Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate)DP-700 (Fabric Data Engineer Associate)Why this roleReal ownership: you set the patterns rather than inheriting themWork with Fabric and Dataverse at enterprise scale on a visible, executive-sponsored programA fixed-term role with a defined scope and a clear finish lineA collaborative team and hybrid working (minimum 3 days onsite)Next stepsIf you're a hands-on Fabric or MS data engineering leader who thrives on building something new, we'd love to hear from you.Please apply to this job ad, or you can reach out to cheri@frazertremble.com.au to organise a confidential discussion.Candidates will be interviewed and shortlisted as applications are received, therefore early applications are encouraged.