Data and Analytics Lead (Consulting)

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled and innovative Data & Analytics Lead to join our dynamic Data team. In this role, you will focus on leveraging Databricks to design, develop, and optimize data pipelines. You will create and maintain data models while collaborating closely with solution architects and analysts to build scalable data solutions that support advanced analytics and machine learning initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain end-to-end data pipelines using

  Databricks

  and

  Apache Spark

  .
• Build and manage ETL processes for transforming and processing large datasets in real-time and batch modes.
  
• Define and govern data modelling and design standards, tools, and best practices, developing and maintaining data models and schemas to support analytics and machine learning applications.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, business analysts, and IT, to understand data requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
  
• Optimize performance and ensure scalability of Databricks-based solutions, addressing data quality, processing time, and resource usage.
  
• Implement data governance best practices, ensuring data integrity, privacy, and security across all data assets.
  
• Monitor and troubleshoot pipeline performance, ensuring reliability and quick resolution of data issues.
  
• Automate data workflows and implement CI/CD pipelines for smooth deployment of data applications.
  
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and best practices related to Databricks, Spark, and cloud data solutions.
  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s

  or

  Master’s degree

  in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience as a Data Engineer with

  Databricks

  and

  Apache Spark

  .
• Strong programming skills in

  Python

  ,

  Scala

  , or

  SQL

  .
• Hands-on experience working with cloud platforms such as

  AWS

  ,

  Azure

  , or

  Google Cloud

  .
• Solid understanding of

  data warehousing

  ,

  ETL

  , and

  data modelling

  principles.
• Experience with

  Databricks Delta Lake

  and building scalable data pipelines.
• Familiarity with

  Apache Kafka

  ,

  Airflow

  , or other workflow automation tools.
• Knowledge of version control tools like

  Git

  and experience with continuous integration and deployment pipelines.
• Excellent analytical, data profiling, and problem-solving abilities
  
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with

  machine learning

  pipelines and working knowledge of

  MLflow

  .
• Experience with large-scale data processing frameworks and distributed systems.
  
• Understanding of data visualization and reporting tools such as

  Tableau

  or

  Power BI

  .
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.