Senior Solution Architect - Azure + Databricks

• ESF is looking for a Senior Solution Architect, to work with our clients to solve technology needs with expertise in Databricks.
• This is an exciting opportunity to work within our Technology and Experience practice and bring your expertise to drive innovation and excellence in data engineering and cloud solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with product teams to deliver impact
• Develop and drive advanced data engineering strategies leveraging Databricks platform capabilities
• Lead complex, large-scale Databricks transformation initiatives for enterprise clients
• Understanding customer objectives, goals and challenges to design innovative solutions
• Create and evangelize innovative architectural patterns and reusable solution frameworks
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team of data engineering professionals
• Design and implement advanced data solutions using Databricks, focusing on scalability, performance, and business value
• Act as the primary technical expert and escalation point for complex Databricks challenges

Qualifications:

• 10 years of progressive experience in data engineering, with deep expertise in Databricks platform
• Certifications in Databricks, Azure, and/or AWS data technologies preferred
• Expertise in Databricks core components like DataFrames, Datasets, Spark SQL, Delta Lake, Databricks Notebook, DBFS, and Databricks Connect.
• Advanced data architecture and platform design
• Expertise in machine learning pipelines and data engineering frameworks
• Expertise in implementing enterprise-scale data platforms
• Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts for business leadership
• Strong understanding of data architecture principles, including data modelling, ETL processes, data governance, data quality, privacy and security controls.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and team=based project environment.