The Senior Data Consultant – Azure Data Platform is a senior, client-facing professional responsible for the design, implementation, and optimization of Modern Data Platforms on Microsoft Azure, supporting organizations in their data-driven transformation journey.Acting as a trusted advisor between IT and Business, this role translates business requirements into scalable, secure, and governed data solutions. The consultant operates in complex enterprise environments, contributing to both delivery and presales activities, including assessments, roadmap definition, and solution shaping.The role enables:End-to-end Data Modernization initiativesStrong data quality, security, and governanceAdvanced analytics & AI use casesKey ResponsibilitiesAnalyze business requirements and translate them into Azure-based data architecturesDesign and implement Modern Data Platforms (Lakehouse, Data Warehouse, Streaming)Develop, optimize, and maintain reliable and high-performing data pipelinesCollaborate with BI, AI, and Application teams on integrated solutionsSupport workshops, assessments, PoCs, and presales activitiesMentor junior consultants and support team capability growthTechnical SkillsAzure Data PlatformAzure DatabricksMicrosoft Fabric (Lakehouse, Warehouse, Data Engineering)Azure Data Factory / Synapse PipelinesAzure Data Lake Storage Gen2Azure SQL Database / SQL Managed InstanceData Integration & ModelingData modelingELT / ETL patternsIntegration from heterogeneous sources (ERP, CRM, APIs)Structured and semi-structured data managementAnalytics & Business IntelligencePower BI (semantic models, dataset optimization)Row-Level Security (RLS)Support for Self-Service BI scenariosSecurity & PerformanceData security, encryptionMonitoring, cost control, and performance tuningConsulting & Soft SkillsStructured problem-solving mindsetStrong communication with technical and business stakeholdersHigh level of autonomy and ownershipAbility to work in multidisciplinary teamsResults-oriented and customer-focused approachSeniority & Typical Context6–10+ years of experience in Data & AnalyticsProven experience in complex enterprise projectsConsulting or System Integrator backgroundMicrosoft Azure certifications preferred (Data certification: Databricks, Fabric DP 700 or generic Data Platform DP 600)COMPANY OVERVIEW: What's so great about Insight's culture? The excitement. The energy. The way you can see success all around you – and find it for yourself. If you come to Insight with a strong work ethic and an eye for success, you'll find dozens of people reaching out to help you achieve your goal. This is a great opportunity to be part of, and drive, the future direction of Insight. We offer a competitive remuneration package and excellent benefits, with the chance to work in a rewarding environment and with a high level of autonomy and creativity. We receive high volumes of applications for many of our opportunities. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all candidates with any relevant experience, if you have not heard from us within 1 week, please consider that your application will not be progressed in relation to this role.#J-18808-Ljbffr