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Data Engineer - Azure

HAYS
Richmond, VA Contractor
POSTED ON 10/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/24/2026
Data Engineer - Azure - Contract - Richmond, VA - $60.00 - $65.00/hr.

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Data Engineer - Azure in Richmond, VA.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

We are hiring a Data Engineer to build and run SQL and DE migration to Azure and own the infrastructure behind them. You will install, configure and maintain the libraries, runtimes and ETL client tools our data platform depends on, keeping them secure, current and reliable.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

Strong SQL and Python
Proven experience installing and administering ETL tools, drivers and software libraries, database drivers and ODBC/JDBC connectors) on servers and Vms..
Strong knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server (T-SQL, stored procedures, performance tuning), SSIS (package development and deployment) and SSRS (report design and server administration).
Manage SQL Server databases, develop and deploy SSIS packages, and build and maintain SSRS reports, including migrating these workloads to Azure where needed.
Manage Python and other libraries and packages across environments, resolving version conflicts and dependencies.
Document configurations and support CI/CD for data workloads via Git Actions.

Benefits/Other Compensation

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401K.

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text .

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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Salary : $60 - $65

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