Job Description
Job Opportunity Data Engineer (Databricks Specialist) – Newcastle/Erskine/London
Location: Newcastle, London or Erskine
Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Remote Work: Hybrid options available
About the Role
We’re on a mission to harness the power of data to drive innovation and deliver transformative solutions. We’re looking for a talented Data Engineer with deep expertise in Databricks to join our growing team and help shape the future of our data projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting‑edge AI and data engineering projects using the latest tools and technologies in a collaborative and innovative environment.
Important: Due to security clearance requirements, candidates must be sole UK national status and willing to undergo SC clearance, and willing to travel within the UK when required depending on project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain scalable data pipelines using Databricks.
- Manage and optimize Databricks Workspace, Clusters, Jobs, Repos, and Delta Live Tables.
- Develop modular ETL workflows using dbt and orchestrate them with Apache Airflow.
- Write advanced PySpark code, including UDFs and Pandas UDFs, for efficient data processing.
- Ensure data quality, reliability, and performance across all systems.
- Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and engineers to deliver data solutions that support business goals.
- Contribute to the mentoring and development of junior team members.
- Support senior team members in identifying and addressing data science opportunities.
Required Skills & Experience
- Proven experience with Databricks and its ecosystem.
- Strong proficiency in PySpark, especially with UDFs and Pandas UDFs.
- Hands‑on experience with dbt and Airflow.
- Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate certification or willingness to achieve one.
- Excellent problem‑solving skills and a passion for data and AI.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Typically, 6+ years of relevant work experience in industry, with a minimum of 2+ years in a similar role.
- Proficiencies in data cleansing, exploratory data analysis, and data visualization.
- Continuous learner that stays abreast of industry knowledge and technology.
Why Join Us?
- Work with a forward‑thinking team on impactful AI projects.
- Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Inclusive and supportive company culture.
At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in‑person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
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