Job Title: Lead Databricks Data Architect
Location: Atlanta GA (Onsite/Hybrid/Remote as per requirement)
Experience: 8 10 Years
Job Type: Full Time
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Lead Databricks Data Architect to design and implement robust scalable and secure cloud-based data solutions. This role involves working with Azure cloud services leading development of data ingestion pipelines and optimizing data architecture to meet evolving business needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and build end-to-end data solutions using Azure Databricks Azure Data Factory and Azure SQL Database.
- Lead the development of real-time and batch data pipelines using Delta Live Tables (DLT) and Structured Streaming.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable data warehouse solutions on Azure.
- Provide strategic leadership for large-scale data programs and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Drive performance optimization of Spark jobs and Databricks workflows through advanced tuning techniques.
- Build and maintain metadata-driven ingestion frameworks to support automation and scalability.
- Work cross-functionally with data scientists analysts and other stakeholders to deliver business-aligned data solutions.
- Implement data governance quality checks and security measures to maintain data integrity and compliance.
- Monitor and enhance cloud-based data infrastructure for performance and cost-efficiency.
- Lead or support migration and upgrade efforts of legacy applications (e.g. .NET Framework) to cloud platforms.
- Utilize Azure DevOps tools including Git pipelines and work item management.
- Troubleshoot issues on Windows Server environments (e.g. IIS Event Viewer Performance Monitor).
- Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning retrospectives and daily standups.
Technical Skills Required
- Strong proficiency in:
- Azure Databricks ADF Azure SQL
- Apache Spark (job tuning and internals)
- Structured Streaming Delta Live Tables
- Experience in:
- .NET Frameworks 4.8.2 and Core 6/8
- MVC Blazor WebForms
- Web services & API integrations
- Microsoft SQL Server (DDL DML stored procedures)
- Nota Fiscal integration (Preferred in finance/logistics/related domains)
- Familiarity with:
- Azure authentication and key vault
- Agile/Lean methodologies
Preferred Qualifications
- Proven experience designing and delivering enterprise-level cloud data platforms.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior developers.
- Excellent communication documentation and stakeholder management skills.
Familiarity with CI/CD and infrastructure-as-code in cloud environments.