Description:
Databricks Architect – (Databricks, Azure, Lakehouse, ETL/ELT, Data Architecture) – Permanent – Reading (Hybrid)
Charles Simon Associates are currently recruiting for a Databricks Architect on behalf of a global organisation delivering large-scale Azure Databricks data platform transformations.
This is a key role where you will take ownership of Databricks architecture, Azure data platforms, and end-to-end data solutions, with a strong focus on Lakehouse architecture and greenfield Databricks implementations.
All candidates must be British Citizens due to travel requirements.
Location: Reading (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £90,000 Per Annum (DOE)
Skills/Requirements for the Databricks Architect:
- Proven experience as a Databricks Architect/Data Architect
- Strong hands-on experience with Azure Databricks (ETL / ELT pipelines)
- Experience working across Azure Data Lake, Azure Data Factory and cloud platforms
- Understanding of Databricks Lakehouse architecture
- Experience designing enterprise-level data architectures
- Data modelling (conceptual, logical, physical)
- Implementing data governance, security and compliance frameworks
- Ability to work closely with stakeholders and present Databricks architecture designs
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in large enterprise environments
- Agile delivery experience
- Industry experience (e.g. retail)
The Databricks Architect will be responsible for:
- Designing and delivering Databricks-based data platforms
- Building and optimising Azure Databricks ETL / ELT pipelines
- Leading Lakehouse architecture implementations (greenfield Databricks projects)
- Working across Azure Data Lake, Data Factory and multiple data sources
- Implementing performance optimisation (partitioning, clustering) within Databricks
- Defining data models and Databricks architecture standards
- Establishing data governance and security frameworks
- Aligning data architecture with enterprise cloud strategy
- Supporting development using PySpark, SQL and Python within Databricks
- Working within CI/CD and DevOps environments (Git-based)
About You:
- Strong technical background in Databricks and Azure data platforms
- Able to design and deliver scalable Databricks data architecture solutions
- Confident engaging with both technical and business stakeholders
- Proactive and comfortable taking ownership of Databricks architecture decisions
Additional Information:
- Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale Databricks platforms
- Strong focus on modern Azure data architecture and Lakehouse technologies
- Clear progression and long-term opportunity within the business
Start date is ASAP for the Databricks Architect
If you are an experienced Databricks Architect looking to work on modern Azure Databricks platforms and large-scale data architecture projects, please apply with your latest CV for immediate consideration.
Databricks Architect – (Databricks, Azure, Lakehouse, ETL/ELT, Data Architecture) – Permanent – Reading (Hybrid)
