Databricks Architect

Data Architect - Databricks

Location: UK (Hybrid - 1 day per week onsite)

Salary: Up to £120,000 + Benefits

We are working with a leading data consultancy seeking an experienced Data Architect to join their growing team. This role will focus on designing and delivering modern data platforms using Databricks, helping clients unlock value from their data through analytics, reporting, and AI solutions.

This is a highly client-facing position, so previous consultancy experience is essential. You will work closely with stakeholders to define data strategies, lead architectural discussions, and deliver scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities

* Design and implement Databricks Lakehouse solutions.
* Lead client workshops and gather business and technical requirements.
* Define data platform architecture, governance, and best practices.
* Support the delivery of scalable ETL/ELT pipelines and analytics solutions.
* Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
* Contribute to pre-sales activities, including solution design, proposals, and proof of concepts.

Required Experience

* Proven consultancy or professional services experience.
* Strong expertise with Databricks and Lakehouse Architecture.
* Experience with Spark, PySpark, Delta Lake, and data engineering principles.
* Strong SQL and Python skills.
* Experience with Azure, AWS, or GCP.
* Knowledge of data modelling methodologies such as Kimball, Data Vault, or 3NF.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Desirable

* Unity Catalog or Microsoft Purview.
* Terraform, CI/CD, and DevOps practices.
* Exposure to MLflow, AI, or machine learning solutions.
* Databricks certifications.

What's on Offer

* Salary up to £120,000.
* Hybrid working - 1 day per week onsite.
* Opportunity to work on complex Data and AI programmes for leading UK organisations.
* Strong career progression within a growing consultancy environment.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.