We are looking for a Senior Databricks Engineer (Google Cloud Platform) - Remote / Telecommute for our client in Austin, TX
Job Title : Senior Databricks Engineer (Google Cloud Platform) - Remote / Telecommute
Job Location : Austin, TX
Job Type : Contract
Job Description :
The Senior Databricks Engineer will support platform administration, development, optimization, and operational troubleshooting on Google Cloud Platform. The role requires strong Databricks expertise, hands-on engineering capabilities, and the ability to ensure a stable, scalable, and well-governed data environment.
Requirement / Must Have :
- 8+ years of experience in data engineering.
- Minimum 3 years of experience working with Databricks.
- Strong proficiency in PySpark, SQL, and Delta Lake.
- Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform Dataproc.
Experience :
8+ years in data engineering or related fields.
Responsibilities :
Lead installation and configuration of Databricks on Google Cloud Platform.Monitor platform health, performance, and cost optimization.Implement governance, logging, and auditing mechanisms.Develop scalable ETL / ELT pipelines using PySpark, SQL, and Delta Lake.Collaborate with data engineers and analysts to enhance workflows and models.Optimize notebooks and jobs for performance and reliability.Provide L2 / L3 support for Databricks issues.Troubleshoot cluster failures, job errors, and performance bottlenecks.Maintain documentation for platform setup, operations, and development standards.Should Have :
Ability to work across administration, development, and operations.Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.Skills :
PySpark.SQL.Delta Lake.Google Cloud Platform Dataproc.ETL / ELT pipeline development.Platform troubleshooting and optimization.Qualification and Education :
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline (preferred).