Databricks Architect
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# Databricks Architect
## Company Overview
*Company details are not specified.*
## Job Summary
The **Databricks Architect** will play a crucial role in designing and implementing robust data platforms and data science solutions. This position requires extensive expertise in various technologies and the ability to articulate complex data-driven solutions to technical audiences. The architect will work closely with enterprise architects, cloud engineering teams, and security teams to ensure the solutions align with the organization’s strategic objectives.
## Responsibilities
- Define and design a **Data Platform Reference Architecture** that supports reuse across divisional implementations.
- Establish **Databricks Standards** and analyze their usage in relation to the client's existing technology investments and strategies.
- Evaluate and uplift technology for **Data Science**, ensuring it meets current and future needs.
- Investigate and identify gaps or enhancements in the solution design for divisions in **Data Science**.
- Develop and enhance the **Data Science Reference Architecture** to facilitate reuse across divisional implementations.
- Collaborate closely with **Group Enterprise Architects**, **Cloud Engineering Teams**, and **Security Architects** to ensure deliverables meet quality standards and align with client aspirations.
- Engage with divisional team architecture, engineering, and security and privacy teams to solicit feedback while maintaining alignment with Group Data & AI Architecture viewpoints.
- Review architecture inputs with **Databricks Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)**, incorporating feedback as necessary to ensure strategic alignment.
- Secure necessary approvals for architectural designs through various **Architecture Forums** at divisional and global levels.
## Qualifications
- **Education**: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Over **15 years** of experience in **IT**.
- At least **5 years** of proven experience working with **Azure Data Factory (ADF)**, **Databricks**, and **Power BI/ThoughtSpot** in an architectural and design capacity for Data Platforms and Data Science/Machine Learning.
- Strong understanding of **design patterns**, **anti-patterns**, security and privacy considerations related to Data Platforms and Data Science.
- Familiarity with the **Insurance industry** and its data needs.
- Excellent documentation skills, with a knack for presenting information in a comprehensive and consumable manner.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, from engineers to heads of departments.
## Preferred Skills
- Experience in working with Machine Learning frameworks and tools.
- Familiarity with cloud-based data architectures and services.
- Knowledge of data governance and compliance standards.
## Experience
- Minimum of **15 years** in IT roles with significant experience in data architecture, data science, and machine learning solutions.
## Environment
This position is located in **Pune/Ahmedabad**, with the potential for remote work depending on organizational policies. The role may require interaction across various locations.
## Salary
*Salary details have not been specified.*
## Growth Opportunities
*Opportunities for career advancement within the company are not specified.*
## Benefits
*Details regarding employee benefits are not specified.*
