Job#: 3011786

Job Description:

Apex Systems is seeking a Databricks Data Engineer to develop/support new/existing data pipelines, and data analytics environments in Azure cloud-based data lake. This role is remote for candidates located within the United States. The ideal candidate will be based in or willing to traval to the Washington, DC or Indianapolis, IN area to support periodic on-site activities.

Summary:

As a data engineer, you will translate business requirements to data engineering solutions to support an enterprise scale Microsoft Azure based data analytics platform. You will support continued maintenance of ETL operations and development of new pipelines ensuring data quality and data management. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Databricks, a solid foundation in advanced AI technologies, and applies critical thinking to create innovative functions and solve technical issues by cross-functional team collaboration.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and optimize scalable data solutions using Databricks and Medallion Architecture.
• Manage ingestion routines for processing multi-terabyte datasets efficiently for multiple projects simultaneously, where each project may have multiple Databricks workspaces.
• Integrate data from various structured and unstructured sources to enable high-quality business insights. Proficiency in data analysis techniques for deriving insights from large datasets.
• Implement effective data management strategies to ensure data integrity, availability, and accessibility. Identify opportunities for cost optimization in data storage, processing, and analytics operations.
• Monitor and support user requests, addressing platform or performance issues, cluster stability, Spark optimization, and configuration management.
• Collaborate with the team to enable advanced AI-driven analytics and data science workflows.
• Integrate with various Azure services including Azure Functions, Storage Services, Data Factory, Log Analytics, and User Management for seamless data workflows.
• Provision and manage infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)
• Apply best practices for data security, data governance, and compliance, ensuring support for federal regulations and public trust standards.
• Proactively collaborate with technical and non-technical teams to gather requirements and translate business needs into data solutions.

Qualifications:

• BS degree in Computer Science or related field and 3+ years of experience or Master’s degree with 2+ years of experience
• 3+ years of experience developing and designing Ingestion flows (structured, streaming, and unstructured data) using cloud platform services with data quality
• Databricks Data Engineer certification and 2+ years of experience maintaining Databricks platform and development in Spark
• Ability to work directly with clients and act as front line support for requests coming in from clients. Ability to clearly document and express the solution in form of architecture and interface diagrams.
• Proficient at Python, Spark and R are essential. .NET based development is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with data governance, including metadata management, enterprise data catalog, design standards, data quality governance, and data security.
• Experience with Agile process methodology, CI/CD automation, and cloud-based developments (Azure, AWS).
• Experience with Azure services including Azure Functions, Storage Services, Data Factory, Log Analytics, and User Management a plus
• Certifications in Azure cloud, Knowledge of FinOps principles and cost management a plus

Other requirements:

• Must be a US Citizen with ability to obtian Public Trust clearance

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.