We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to join our iOCO Digital team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of proven expertise in the Microsoft stack, with strong skills in Azure Data Services and Microsoft Fabric. This role offers the opportunity to work across diverse industries, designing and delivering scalable data solutions that enable advanced analytics and business insights. What you’ll do: Design, build, and maintain robust data pipelines using the Microsoft data ecosystem. Implement and optimize data solutions on Azure Data Lake, Azure Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, and Fabric. Develop and maintain ETL/ELT processes to ensure data quality, consistency, and reliability. Collaborate with architects, data scientists, and business analysts to deliver data models that support analytics and reporting. Ensure solutions follow best practices in performance, scalability, governance, and security. Support the migration of legacy systems to Azure and Microsoft Fabric environments. Stay up to date with new technologies within the Microsoft ecosystem and recommend innovative approaches. Your expertise: Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Data Engineer. Strong experience with the Microsoft stack, including: SQL Server / T-SQL SSIS, SSRS, SSAS Power BI (nice to have for reporting support) Hands-on experience with Azure Data Services: Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, Data Lake, Databricks (advantageous). Proven working knowledge of Microsoft Fabric. Solid understanding of data modelling, warehousing, and integration principles. Experience working in Agile environments. Excellent problem-solving skills with a strong focus on delivery. Other information applicable to the opportunity: Contract position Location: Cape Town Why work for us? Want to work for an organization that solves complex real-world problems with innovative software solutions? At iOCO, we believe anything is possible with modern technology, software, and development expertise. We are continuously pushing the boundaries of innovative solutions across multiple industries using an array of technologies.  You will be part of a consultancy, working with some of the most knowledgeable minds in the industry on interesting solutions across different business domains.  Our culture of continuous learning will ensure that you will have all the opportunities, tools, and support to hone and grow your craft.  By joining IOCO you will have an open invitation to developer inspiring forums. A place where you will be able to connect and learn from and with your peers by sharing ideas, experiences, practices, and solutions.  iOCO is an equal opportunity employer with an obligation to achieve its own unique EE objectives in the context of Employment Equity targets. Therefore, our employment strategy gives primary preference to previously disadvantaged individuals or groups.