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# Databricks Engineer (Ref: 190211)

- **Company:** Forsyth Barnes
- **Location:** Madrid, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Python (Programming Language), Scaled Agile Framework, SQL Databases, Apache Spark, AI Platforms, Pyspark, Databricks
- **Published:** August 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/databricks-engineer-ref-190211-en-madrid-ID-365613720

## About the Role

3-5+ years of hands-on experience with Databricks (PySpark, SQL optimizations).
Strong proficiency with Python, Spark, and the Microsoft Azure stack.
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Experience working in hybrid/Agile engineering environments.
Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration abilities.

## Description

Location: Hybrid - Barcelona, Mannheim, or Krakow (1-2 days on-site, flexible)Day Rate ContractStart Date: ASAPOverviewWe are seeking a skilled Databricks Engineer to join a growing AI engineering team on a contract basis.The role will support additional workload demands and contribute to building the technology infrastructure that underpins new features within a data and AI platform.This is an opportunity for an adaptable developer with strong problem-solving skills and intellectual curiosity to work across a variety of projects within a collaborative environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain scalable features within the AI platform.Build and optimize technology infrastructure to support data and AI initiatives.Collaborate closely with data engineers, software engineers, and data scientists.Understand internal customer needs and deliver solutions effectively.Contribute to the creation of reusable recipes, packages, and tools for internal platform users.Core Skills & Experience3-5+ years of hands-on experience with Databricks (PySpark, SQL optimizations).Strong proficiency with Python, Spark, and the Microsoft Azure stack.Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies.Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.Experience working in hybrid/Agile engineering environments.Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration abilities.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeContractJob functionInformation TechnologyIndustriesStaffing and Recruiting#J-*****-Ljbffr


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