Data Engineer - Azure / DataBricks

This is an exciting contract opportunity for an

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Azure Data Engineer

with a strong focus on Databricks to join an experienced team in a new customer engagement working at the forefront of data analytics and AI. This role offers the chance to take a key role in the design and delivery of advanced Databricks solutions within the Azure ecosystem.

Responsibilities:

Design, build, and optimise end-to-end data pipelines using Azure Databricks, including Delta Live Tables.Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements and propose Databricks-based solutions.Drive best practices for data engineering.Help clients realise the potential of data science, machine learning, and scaled data processing within Azure / Databricks ecosystem.Mentor junior engineers and support their personal development.Take ownership for the delivery of core solution components.Support with planning, requirements refinements, and work estimation.

Skills and Experiences:Proven experience designing and implementing data solutions in Azure using Databricks as a core platform.Hands-on expertise in Delta Lake, Delta Live Tables and Databricks Workflows.Strong coding skills in Python and SQL, with experience in developing modular, reusable code in Databricks.Deep understanding of lakehouse architecture, with a solid grasp of data warehousing, data lakes, and real-time data processing.Familiar with Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, and Microsoft Fabric.Good experience with CI/CD practices and tools for data platforms using Azure DevOps.Good knowledge on how to leverage AI to increase deployment productivity and quality.Excellent communication skills.Desirable: certification in

Databricks Data Engineer and/or

Azure Data Engineer

are a plus.

Additional Information:Rate offered: £500-550 per dayLocation: Hybrid with travel to client site 1 day/ week in LondonStart date: Mid/ end of JulyDuration: 3 months initial sign up with significant opportunity for extension (current roadmap demonstrates 9 months scope of work)Required: Active SC ..... full job details .....