Databricks Lead

About Position:

We are looking for an experienced Databricks Lead who can build, optimize, and maintain scalable data pipelines on the Databricks platform.

- Role:
Databricks Lead

- Location:

Pune

- Experience:

8+ years
- Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

- Develop and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines using Databricks (PySpark, SQL, Notebooks).
- Implement data processing workflows across Bronze, Silver, and Gold layers using Delta Lake.
- Build and optimize batch and streaming pipelines using Structured Streaming.
- Perform Spark performance tuning, job optimization, and cost optimization.
- Collaborate with data architects, analysts, and business teams to deliver scalable data solutions.
- Ensure data quality, data validation, and adherence to governance policies.
- Integrate Databricks with cloud-native services (Azure/AWS/GCP).
- Use Git and follow CI/CD best practices for code versioning and deployment.
- Troubleshoot issues in data jobs, environments, and clusters.

Expertise You'll Bring:

- Experience with cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP — as per need).
- Solid understanding of data warehousing, ETL design patterns, and distributed systems.
- Hands‑on experience with cluster management and job scheduling.
- Strong debugging and performance optimization skills.
- Proficiency with Git, Dev Ops practices, and CI/CD pipelines.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
- Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
- Annual health check-ups
- Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

- We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
- Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
- If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Let's unleash your full potential at Persistent
- "Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."