Application Engineer; Databricks Apps | React + TypeScript

Overview

Acuity, Inc. seeks an Application Engineer (Databricks Apps) to design, develop, and support data‑driven applications that combine React + Type Script front‑end interfaces with Databricks‑powered data services. This role delivers user‑facing applications that expose analytics, workflows, and data products in a secure and scalable manner.

The Application Engineer translates business requirements into full‑stack solutions, integrating modern web applications with Databricks, Spark, and cloud‑based data platforms.

• Design and develop React + Type Script applications that interface with Databricks‑backed data services
• Build user‑facing applications that expose analytics, workflows, and data products
• Develop backend integration using Databricks APIs, jobs, and data pipelines
• Translate requirements into application architecture, data flows, and UI/UX behavior
• Integrate applications with data pipelines, APIs, and external systems
• Optimize application performance across frontend, API, and data layers
• Implement security, authentication, and access control across application and data layers
• Support CI/CD, version control, and automated deployment of application components
• Troubleshoot application, data, and integration issues across environments
• Maintain documentation for application architecture, interfaces, and workflows
• Support enhancements, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent relevant experience
• 5+ years of experience developing and supporting software applications
• Strong experience with React and Type Script for frontend development
• Experience integrating applications with APIs and backend data services
• Experience working with Databricks, Spark, or cloud‑based data platforms
• Experience with Python or similar backend integration technologies
• Experience designing scalable, secure application architectures
• Experience troubleshooting performance and integration issues
• Experience working in Agile environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building data‑driven or analytics applications
• Experience with CI/CD, Git‑based workflows, and automated deployments
• Experience with AWS and cloud‑native services
• Experience supporting advanced analytics or machine learning use cases
• Experience with data governance and secure data access patterns
• Experience supporting federal or regulated environments

Clearance Requirement

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. suitability

• Competitive compensation and health, dental, vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Training, professional development, and tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 a year
• Strong work‑life balance and people‑first culture

Acuity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.