Data Engineer (ETL, Talend, Azure) - Senior Associate, AI & Data, Technology Consulting

At EY, we develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

We work together across our full spectrum of services and skills powered by technology and AI, so that business, people and the planet can thrive together. 

We’re all in, are you?

Join EY and shape your future with confidence.

About the opportunity

EY AI & Data is the data and advanced analytics capability within EY Asia-Pacific, with over 500 specialist employees working across multiple industry sectors. We implement information-driven strategies, data platforms and advanced data analytics solution systems that help grow, optimize and protect client organizations. We go beyond strategy and provide end to end design, build and implementation of real-life data environments and have some of the best architects, project managers, business analysts, data scientists, big data engineers, developers and consultants in the region. We are seeking a Senior Associate Data Engineer with strong hands-on experience in ETL development using Talend and Microsoft Azure data services. The role involves designing, building, and optimizing scalable data pipelines to support analytics, reporting, and downstream applications.
 

Your key responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines using Talend
• Integrate data from multiple sources (databases, APIs, flat files, cloud sources)
• Build and manage data workflows on Microsoft Azure
  • Azure Data Factory
  • Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS)
  • Azure SQL / Synapse Analytics
• Ensure data quality, consistency, and reliability
• Optimize data pipelines for performance, scalability, and cost
• Collaborate with data analysts, BI teams, and stakeholders to understand data requirements
• Implement data validation, monitoring, and error handling
• Support production deployments and resolve data pipeline issues
• Document data flows, transformations, and technical designs
• Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Minimally 4 years of hands-on experience in Data Engineering/ETL Development 
• Strong experience with ETL design patterns, data warehousing, and real-time/near real-time data processing.
• Strong hands-on experience with Talend (Data Integration/Big Data) 
• Solid experience with Microsoft Azure data services, including: 
  • Azure Data Factory
  • Azure Data Lake 
  • Azure SQL/Synapse 
• Strong SQL skills (complex queries, performance tuning) 
• Experience with data warehousing concepts 
• Familiarity with batch and near-real-time data processing\
• Understanding of data governance, security, and access controls
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience with Python or Spark
• Exposure to DevOps / CI-CD pipelines for data platforms
• Experience with Power BI or downstream analytics tools
• Knowledge of cloud cost optimization best practices
• Experience in regulated or enterprise environments

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry.
An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.

What working at EY offers

EY offers a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Plus, we offer:

Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Company description

EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.

Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.

EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

All in to shape the future with confidence.