TheAzure DataOpsLeadwillbe responsible for leading the operational delivery, automation, and governance of Azure-based data platforms for enterprise clients. This role involves managing L1/L2/L3 operations, driving proactive monitoring, ensuring SLA adherence, and enabling seamless collaboration between Data Engineering, Cloud, and Business teams.
The ideal candidate combineshands-on Azure Data Platform expertise, strongDataOps process management, andteam leadership skillsto ensure operational excellence, cost optimization, and continuous improvement across customer environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage theAzure DataOps function, ensuring smooth daily operations, incident resolution, and performance stability across production data platforms.Overseedata pipeline orchestration and automationusingAzure Data Factory (ADF), Synapse Analytics, Databricks, and Logic Apps.ImplementCI/CD pipelinesfor data workflows usingAzure DevOpsor equivalent automation tools.Driveincident, problem, change, and request managementprocesses aligned withITIL best practices.Coordinate with L1/L2 support teams for escalations, RCA preparation, and client communication.Maintain governance fordata quality, access control, and complianceusingAzure Purview,Key Vault, andRBAC.Collaborate with Data Architects and Cloud Engineers to designscalable, resilient, and cost-efficientAzure data solutions.Ensure24/7 operational readinessthrough proactive alert monitoring, performance tuning, and preventive maintenance.Contribute toautomation initiativesusingPowerShell, Python, or ARM templatesto reduce manual efforts and improve system reliability.Partner with customer stakeholders to report onSLAs, KPIs, RCA summaries, and provide technical recommendations for improvement.Support onboarding and knowledge transition for new clients and ensure documentation consistency across environments.Mentor and upskill theDataOps L1/L2 teams, fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and process discipline.Required Skills & Experience
8-12 yearsof total IT experience with at least3-5 years in Azure DataOps or Data Engineering leadership.Hands-on expertise with keyAzure Data Services, including:Azure Data Factory (ADF)Azure Synapse AnalyticsAzure DatabricksAzure SQL Database / SQL Managed InstanceAzure Data Lake Storage Gen2 (ADLS)Strong understanding ofDataOps conceptsExperience inmonitoring and alertingusingLog Analytics, Application Insights, and Azure Monitor.Working knowledge ofincident management, RCA documentation, and operational reporting.Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting performance issues and identifying optimization opportunities.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across global teams.Preferred Qualifications
Microsoft Certified:Azure Data Engineer AssociateProficiency across theAzure stack, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Key Vault, Azure Monitor, and Azure Event Hub.Experience withPower BI,DataBricks Notebooks, orML Opspipelines is a plus.Experience working inmanaged services environmentswith24/7 rotational support models.Soft Skills
Strong leadership with a proactive and analytical mindset.Effective communicator with the ability to manage global stakeholders.Team-oriented with a focus on mentoring and capability building.Process-driven approach with commitment to continuous improvement.Strong sense of accountability and delivery excellence.
