Databricks Architect (Insurance Domain) - Remote

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Databricks Architect with specialized expertise in the Insurance domain to join our dynamic team remotely. In this role, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced data solutions leveraging Databricks platform to drive innovative insights and strategic decision-making. Your deep understanding of cloud-based data architectures, big data technologies, and insurance-specific data challenges will empower organizations to optimize their data management and analytics capabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to influence enterprise-wide data strategies while working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment committed to excellence and innovation., * Lead end-to-end system design for large-scale data architecture projects within the insurance sector, ensuring scalable and efficient solutions.

• Develop and optimize ETL pipelines using Databricks, Spark, Python, Java, and Bash scripts to facilitate seamless data ingestion, transformation, and loading processes.
• Architect cloud database solutions utilizing Azure Data Lake, Azure Data Warehouse, AWS services, and other cloud infrastructure to support enterprise data needs.
• Implement robust data modeling practices including master data management, linked data integration, and schema design to enhance data quality and accessibility.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system development lifecycle activities following Agile methodologies to deliver high-quality solutions on time.
• Integrate diverse data sources such as NoSQL databases (e.g., Cassandra), Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, Hadoop ecosystems, and Informatica for comprehensive data management.
• Conduct performance tuning and scalability assessments on big data platforms to ensure optimal system performance under increasing workloads.
• Support business intelligence initiatives by designing scalable analytics solutions that deliver actionable insights for insurance operations.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards for data governance, security, and privacy in cloud-based environments.

• Proven experience as a Data Architect or similar role with a focus on Databricks platform within the insurance industry or related domains.
• Strong expertise in cloud database architecture including Azure Data Lake, Azure Data Warehouse, AWS cloud services, and related infrastructure components.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Spark (PySpark/Scala), Python, Java programming languages for large-scale data processing tasks.
• Deep understanding of NoSQL databases, SQL Server, Oracle databases, Hadoop ecosystem components including Hadoop Distributed File System (HDFS).
• Skilled in designing ETL pipelines using Informatica or similar tools; proficient in SQL for complex querying and database design.
• Knowledge of master data management principles and linked data concepts for integrated enterprise data solutions.
• Familiarity with Agile project management frameworks; ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced environments.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in data modeling projects, performance tuning, scalability planning, and big data analytics.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate technical concepts clearly across diverse teams and stakeholders.

$70 - $80 an hour - Contract