Databricks Senior Data Engineer

Citco Group of Companies; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Training and education support

Inclusive culture

Diversity hiring practices

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Senior Data Engineer for its Dublin office. In this role, you'll leverage Databricks for data processing and integration, collaborating with teams to drive data initiatives in a cloud environment. You will need extensive experience in data engineering and cloud services, particularly AWS, along with strong Python and Spark skills. The firm offers a range of benefits and embraces a diverse workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Python and Spark programming.
• Proven experience with AWS or other similar cloud services.
• Deep understanding of data modeling and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Databricks solutions for data processing.
• Develop and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines.
• Create and manage structured streaming pipelines.

Skills

Data engineering experience

Python expertise

Spark programming

AI knowledge

Data modeling

ETL/ELT principles

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Education

6+ years of experience in data engineering

2+ years with Databricks platform

Tools

Databricks

AWS

Delta Lake

Git

Job description

Overview

Senior Data Engineer – Databricks

About Citco:

Since the 1940s, Citco has provided specialist financial services to alternative investment funds, investors, multinationals, and private clients worldwide. Our data engineering initiatives represent one of our most critical technical focus areas, driving innovation across our global operations.

About the Role:

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will work on Citco's enterprise‑wide Centralized Data Platform (CDP) built on Databricks, contributing to our data infrastructure, API integrations, and future AI initiatives, while collaborating with data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders to transform raw financial data into actionable insights; you will build and maintain data pipelines on the Databricks Lakehouse Platform using agile methodologies, develop scalable ETL/ELT processes, implement data quality controls, and ensure data governance standards are met, all within our AWS cloud environment to power critical business operations with the highest standards of data security and compliance.

This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving complex data challenges in a global financial services environment. You'll be part of a team driving technical excellence and innovation within Citco's data engineering practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop Databricks solutions leveraging Lakehouse architecture for enterprise data processing and analytics
• Develop and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines
• Create and manage structured streaming pipelines for real-time data processing
• Configure and optimize Databricks clusters and Spark jobs for optimal performance
• Utilize Delta Live Tables for data ingestion and transformations
• Apply Unity Catalog features and IAM best practices for security governance and access control
• Support infrastructure and resource management using Terraform
• Participate in Agile/Scrum development process and collaborate with team members
• Implement monitoring solutions for pipeline performance and data quality
• Contribute to code reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in data engineering
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with Databricks platform
• Strong expertise in Python and Spark programming
• Demonstrable experience in using AI in development
• Proven experience with AWS or other similar cloud services
• Deep understanding of data modeling and SQL
• Experience with Delta Lake and Lakehouse architecture
• Strong knowledge of ETL/ELT principles and patterns
• Experience with version control systems (Git)
• Demonstrated ability to optimize data pipelines
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Nice to Have

• Financial services industry experience
• Experience with multiple cloud providers
• Knowledge of AI/ML implementation patterns
• API development experience
• Experience with real-time data processing
• Data governance framework experience

What Sets You Apart

• Active interest in emerging technologies and industry trends
• Experience implementing complex data solutions
• Track record of continuous learning and skill development
• Strong technical documentation abilities
• Experience using AI tools to enhance productivity
• Ability to mentor junior team members

Technical Environment

• Primary Platform: Databricks
• Cloud Platform: AWS (S3, Glue, Lambda)
• Languages: Python, SQL
• Tools: Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, Git
• Additional: Real-time processing, API integrations

Our Benefits

Your well-being is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.

We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect.

Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.