Azure Databricks Platform Architect

We are seeking an experienced Azure Databricks Platform Architect to lead the design governance and implementation of enterprise-scale data platform solutions on Azure Databricks and Microsoft Azure.

This role requires a strong combination of strategic architecture capability and hands-on engineering expertise. The successful candidate will take ownership of the Databricks platform ensuring it is secure scalable automated and aligned with enterprise cloud architecture standards.

Tasks

• Design and implement enterprise-scale Azure Databricks platform architectures
• Define and govern Databricks workspace structures cluster policies and operational workflows
• Lead implementation of Unity Catalog governance models permissions lineage auditability and external locations
• Establish secure Azure networking patterns including VNet injection Private Link and private endpoints
• Implement identity and access management using Microsoft Entra ID RBAC/ABAC managed identities service principals and Key Vault integrations
• Build and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code and CI/CD frameworks using Terraform/Bicep with Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions
• Ensure alignment with Microsoft Well-Architected principles and cloud governance standards
• Drive platform automation operational maturity cost governance and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to translate architecture decisions into practical implementation guidance

Requirements

• Strong hands-on expertise with Azure Databricks platform engineering and architecture

• Deep experience designing enterprise Databricks environments including:

• Workspace architecture

• Cluster governance

• Jobs and Workflows orchestration

• Platform operations and scalability

• Advanced knowledge of Unity Catalog governance and security models

• Strong Azure security and identity management expertise

• Experience with secure cloud networking patterns for enterprise data platforms

• Solid Infrastructure-as-Code and CI/CD experience using Terraform or Bicep

• Strong understanding of enterprise cloud governance and operational best practices

• Ability to operate independently in consulting or fast-paced delivery environments