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Data Engineer (Azure / Databricks / Spark)

Summary

Build and optimize cloud-native data pipelines using Azure Databricks, Spark, and Azure services to power analytics and reporting in a collaborative, agile team.

Data Engineer (Azure / Databricks / Spark)

Remote / Hybrid
Contract type: B2B or Employment Contract

About the Project

Join a modern data engineering team focused on delivering scalable, cloud-native data solutions. You’ll work with Azure, Databricks, and Spark to build high-performance data pipelines that support business analytics, data science, and reporting. The environment is agile, collaborative, and quality-driven—with strong practices around CI/CD, testing, and performance optimization.

What You'll Do

  • Design, develop, and maintain robust ETL/ELT data pipelines using Azure Databricks and Spark

  • Optimize data transformation workflows for performance and cost-efficiency

  • Build and deploy data pipelines through CI/CD workflows using Azure DevOps (or similar)

  • Work closely with analysts, data scientists, and product teams to deliver clean, reliable data

  • Implement and monitor automated unit tests, ensuring code quality and maintainability

  • Contribute to team standards through code reviews and knowledge sharing

  • Follow SDLC principles in agile team setups

Tech Stack

  • Azure Databricks – core data processing platform

  • Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure DevOps

  • Spark (including Spark SQL) – for distributed processing

  • Python – for scripting, transformation, and orchestration

  • Git, CI/CD pipelines – version control and automation

Requirements

  • Hands-on experience with Azure Databricks (must-have)

  • Experience with Azure services such as Data Factory

  • Proficient in Python programming

  • Solid understanding of Spark, including Spark SQL and performance optimization

  • Experience with automated unit testing and code quality best practices

  • Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or similar)

  • Familiarity with SDLC and agile methodologies

  • English proficiency at B2 level

Nice to Have

  • Experience with Snowflake

  • Knowledge of dbt, Airflow, or Data Mesh architecture

  • Background in regulated industries such as pharma or finance

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to work on high-impact, data-driven projects with modern architecture

  • Long-term collaboration with flexible B2B or Employment Contract options

  • Private healthcare and sports benefits (available for both contract types)

  • Learning & development budget with time allocated for upskilling

  • Friendly, quality-focused team and cutting-edge tech stack