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Senior Data Engineer

  • Chicago, VA, United States

$140000 - $170000

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Pay
$140000 - $170000
Posting language
English
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Original job description

$140000 - $170000

Join a growing, data-driven organization that is investing heavily in its modern cloud data platform and analytics capabilities. We are seeking a Senior Databricks Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize enterprise-scale data solutions using Databricks, Azure, PySpark, Delta Lake, SQL, and modern cloud technologies. This is a full-time opportunity for an engineer who is passionate about building scalable data products and shaping the future of data architecture.

You'll have the opportunity to drive architecture decisions, influence engineering standards, and help build a best-in-class Lakehouse platform from the ground up. We're looking for someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving large-scale data challenges, and wants to work alongside talented engineers who value innovation and continuous learning. If you're seeking a role that offers technical ownership, career growth, exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and strong work-life balance, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 7+ years of experience in Data Engineering, Data Warehousing, or Data Platform development
  • 3+ years of hands-on Databricks experience in a production environment
  • Strong expertise with PySpark and Apache Spark
  • Advanced SQL development and query optimization skills
  • Experience building ETL/ELT pipelines at enterprise scale
  • Experience working within Azure, AWS, or GCP cloud environments
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to partner with technical and business stakeholders

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, or Microsoft Fabric experience
  • Experience with Kafka or event-driven architectures
  • Databricks Workflows, Airflow, or similar orchestration tools
  • Infrastructure as Code using Terraform or ARM templates
  • Experience supporting AI, Machine Learning, or advanced analytics initiatives
  • Prior experience mentoring engineers or leading technical initiatives

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

  • 50% Databricks / PySpark / Spark
  • 25% Azure Data Platform Services
  • 25% SQL & Data Modeling

Daily Responsibilities

  • 70% Hands On
  • 30% Team Collaboration

The Offer

  • Bonus eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Vacation Time

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

More about this job

Skills

  • Databricks
  • Microsoft Azure
  • PySpark
  • SQL
  • Data engineering
  • Data warehousing
  • Apache Spark
  • AWS
  • Google Cloud
  • Communication skills
  • Microsoft Azure Data Factory
  • Apache Kafka
  • Apache Airflow
  • Infrastructure as code
  • IBM Terraform
  • Machine learning
  • Coaching
  • Data modelling
  • Collaboration

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