New

MS Data Consultant

Vaco
$85.00 - $125.00 / hr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, California, Palo Alto
Aug 11, 2026
W2 only for a 6 month contract (No 3rd party vendors or C2C) We are seeking a seasoned Azure Data Architect to help drive enterprise data modernization and AI readiness initiatives. This role will focus on assessing, organizing, and optimizing data across multiple business systems to support advanced analytics, reporting, and emerging AI capabilities. The ideal candidate will have deep experience within the Microsoft ecosystem and a strong background in enterprise data architecture, governance, and platform strategy. This is a highly visible consulting role partnering with senior business and technology leaders to establish scalable data foundations for future AI-driven solutions. Responsibilities Assess existing data architecture and identify opportunities to improve accessibility, quality, governance, and discoverability. Design and implement data strategies that support analytics, reporting, and AI initiatives. Consolidate and integrate data from multiple enterprise platforms and repositories. Establish metadata, taxonomy, and data governance best practices. Partner with business stakeholders to define AI and data-driven use cases. Develop scalable solutions leveraging Azure and Microsoft data technologies. Create recommendations and roadmaps for long-term data modernization efforts. Support adoption of modern analytics and AI platforms across the organization. Required Qualifications 10+ years of experience in Data Architecture, Data Engineering, or Enterprise Data Management. Deep expertise with Microsoft Azure data services and cloud architecture. Experience with Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Power Platform, and Dynamics CRM environments. Strong understanding of data governance, metadata management, master data, and data quality frameworks. Experience integrating data across enterprise applications and business systems. Ability to communicate effectively with executive stakeholders and business leaders. Experience supporting AI, machine learning, or generative AI initiatives through data platform design. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Microsoft Copilot and AI enablement initiatives. Knowledge of ERP and CRM integrations. Experience with Alteryx or similar data preparation platforms. Consulting background with enterprise-scale transformation projects. Familiarity with change management and user adoption strategies. Technology Environment Microsoft Azure Microsoft Fabric Power BI Power Platform Dynamics CRM Microsoft Copilot Alteryx Enterprise ERP and business applications Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com. Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. Representation Notice By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. For residents of Ontario, Canada: Based on Highspring's discussions with its Client, Highspring's understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly). Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. 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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.