Solutions Architect (Databricks COE)

About Apexon:

Apexon is a digital-first technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and delivering human-centric digital experiences. We have been meeting customers wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation.Apexon brings together distinct core competencies – in AI, analytics, app development, cloud, commerce, CX, data, DevOps, IoT, mobile, quality engineering and UX, and our deep expertise in BFSI, healthcare, and life sciences – to help businesses capitalize on the unlimited opportunities digital offers. Our reputation is built on a comprehensive suite of engineering services, a dedication to solving clients’ toughest technology problems, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital, Apexon now has a global presence of 15 offices (and 10 delivery centers) across four continents. 

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Senior Data Architect (Databricks)

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

• Define and lead the vision for the Databricks Center of Excellence (CoE), positioning Databricks as a strategic data and AI platform for Apexon and its clients.
• Drive the adoption of Databricks for large-scale data processing, analytics, and AI/ML workloads.
• Architecture and Implementation:
• Design and implement data architectures leveraging Databricks, Delta Lake, and Spark for big data processing and analytics.
• Develop frameworks for ETL pipelines, real-time streaming, and batch processing using Databricks.
• Optimize the use of Databricks features, such as MLFlow, AutoML, and Delta Lake for enterprise solutions.

Performance and Optimization:

• Lead efforts to optimize Spark jobs, cluster configurations, and data storage for performance and cost efficiency.
• Ensure scalability of Databricks solutions to handle increasing data volumes and compute requirements.
• Integration with Cloud and Ecosystem Tools:
• Integrate Databricks with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and tools such as Snowflake, Tableau, or Power BI.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines for Databricks workflows and model deployment.
• Governance and Security:
• Implement robust data governance, access control, and security policies in Databricks environments.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices for data privacy.
• Thought Leadership and Team Development:
• Build and manage a team of Databricks professionals, fostering innovation and technical excellence.
• Stay updated on Databricks advancements and advocate for their adoption through client presentations, workshops, and internal knowledge-sharing.

Technical Competencies:

• Core Expertise: Proficiency in Spark, Delta Lake, and Databricks Workflows.
• Programming: Advanced skills in Python, Scala, and SQL for data engineering tasks.
• Real-Time Processing: Experience with real-time data integration using Kafka, Event Hub, or Databricks Structured Streaming.
• Cloud Ecosystem: Expertise in deploying Databricks on AWS, Azure, or GCP.

Qualifications:

Must Have:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in data engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience, with 3+ years focused on Databricks-based data solutions.

Nice to Have/Preferred:

• Databricks certifications such as Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional.
• Experience with multi-cloud and hybrid Databricks deployments.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Did you know that Apexon has been Certified™ by Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, in each of the four regions in which it operates: USA (for the seventh time in 2026), India (for the tenth consecutive time in 2026), the UK(for the fourth time in 2026) and Mexico (for the second time in 2026). Apexon is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and promoting diversity in the workplace. We take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals. Apexon strictly prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to gender, race, color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. You can read about our Job Applicant Privacy policy here Job Applicant Privacy Policy (apexon.com)

Our Commitment to Environment:

Actively contribute to Apexon's commitment to environmental responsibility by following sustainable practices and supporting ESG initiatives.

Our Perks and Benefits:

Our benefits and rewards program has been thoughtfully designed to recognize your skills and contributions, elevate your learning/upskilling experience and provide care and support for you and your loved ones. As an Apexon Associate, you get continuous skill-based development, opportunities for career advancement, and access to comprehensive health and well-being benefits and assistance.

We also offer:

• Group Health Insurance covering family of 4
• Term Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Paid Holidays & Earned Leaves
• Paid Parental Leave
• Learning & Career Development
• Employee Wellness.

Job Location :

Pune, India

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