Databricks Data Engineer

Ultra Tendency
Madrid, Spain
21 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Job source

Tech stack

Unity 3d Airflow Amazon Web Services Data Analysis Apache HTTP Server Microsoft Azure Cloud Computing Computer Programming Information Engineering Data Systems Distributed Systems Github
+14 more
Python (Programming Language) Machine Learning Open Source Technology Performance Tuning Data Streaming Workflow Management Systems Data Processing Apache Spark Data Lakes Pyspark Machine Learning Operations Terraform Data Pipelines Databricks

Job description

As Senior Databricks Data Engineer, you design and optimize data processing algorithms on a talented, cross-functional team. You are familiar with the Apache open-source suite of technologies and want to contribute to the advancement of data engineering. WHAT WE OFFER A chance to accelerate your career and work with outstanding colleagues in a supportive learning community split across 3 continents Contribute your ideas to our unique projects and make an impact by turning them into reality Balance your work and personal life through our workflow organization and decide yourself if you work at home, in the office, or on a hybrid setup Annual performance review, and regular feedback cycles, generating distinct value by connecting colleagues through networks rather than hierarchies Individual development plan, professional development opportunities Educational resources such as paid certifications, unlimited access to Udemy Business, etc. Local, virtual, and global team events, in which UT colleagues become acquainted with one another WHAT YOU’LL DO Design, implement, and maintain scalable data pipelines using Databricks Lakehouse Platform, with a strong focus on Apache Spark, Delta Lake, and Unity Catalog. Lead the development of batch and streaming data workflows that power analytics, machine learning, and business intelligence use cases. Collaborate with data scientists, architects, and business stakeholders to translate complex data requirements into robust, production-grade solutions. Optimize performance and cost-efficiency of Databricks clusters and jobs, leveraging tools like Photon, Auto Loader, and Job Workflows. Establish and enforce best practices for data quality, governance, and security within the Databricks environment. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the evolution of the team’s Databricks expertise.

Requirements

Deep hands-on experience with Databricks on Azure, AWS, or GCP, including Spark (PySpark/Scala), Delta Lake, and MLflow. Strong programming skills in Python or Scala, and experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps). Solid understanding of distributed computing, data modeling, and performance tuning in cloud-native environments. Familiarity with orchestration tools (e.g., Databricks Workflows, Airflow) and infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform). A proactive mindset, strong communication skills, and a passion for building scalable, reliable data systems. Professional communications skills in English Did we pique your interest, or do you have any questions?

About the company

Our Engineering community is growing, and we’re now looking for a Senior Databricks Data Engineer to join our team supporting our global growth., Ultra Tendency is an international premier Data Engineering consultancy for Big Data, Cloud, Streaming, IIoT and Microservices. We design, build, and operate large-scale data-driven applications for major enterprises such as the European Central Bank, HUK-Coburg, Deutsche Telekom, and Europe’s largest car manufacturer. Founded in Germany in 2010, UT has developed a reliable client base and now runs 8 branches in 7 countries across 3 continents. We do more than just leverage tech, we build it. At Ultra Tendency we contribute source code to +20 open-source projects including Ansible, Terraform, NiFi, and Kafka. Our impact on tech and business is there for anyone to see. Enterprises seek out Ultra Tendency because we solve the problems others cannot. We love the challenge: together, we tackle diverse and unique projects you will find nowhere else. In our knowledge community, you will be a part of a supportive network, not a hierarchy. Constant learning and feedback are our drivers for stable development. With us you can develop your individual career through work-life balance. We evaluate your application based on your skills and corresponding business requirements. Ultra Tendency welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, national or social origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or age. Data privacy statement: Data Protection for Applicants - Ultra Tendency Inscribirse en esta oferta Recibir ofertas similares por correo electrónico Al crear una alerta, aceptas nuestros Términos y condiciones y Política de privacidad, y el uso de cookies.

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