Databricks Architect

Persistent Systems

Pune District

On-site

INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Persistent in Pune is seeking an experienced Databricks Architect to build, optimize, and maintain scalable data pipelines on the Databricks platform.

You will design end-to-end lakehouse architectures, implement Medallion patterns with Delta Lake, and collaborate with analytics, data engineering, and cloud teams to deliver high-performance data solutions.

Qualifications

Advanced expertise in Databricks Lakehouse Platform, PySpark and Delta Lake.
Experience with end-to-end data pipelines and data modeling.
Strong knowledge of cloud platforms and CI/CD in data contexts.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines on Databricks (PySpark, SQL).
Design end-to-end Lakehouse architecture including ingestion, transformation, modeling and consumption.
Define and implement Medallion Architecture (Bronze/Silver/Gold) using Delta Lake.
Build high-performance ETL/ELT pipelines using PySpark, Spark SQL, Delta Lake.
Architect and optimize batch and streaming data pipelines.
Perform advanced Spark optimization, cluster sizing, and cost management.
Implement CI/CD, version control, and DevOps best practices within Databricks.

Skills

Databricks Lakehouse Platform

PySpark & Spark SQL

Delta Lake

Structured Streaming

Unity Catalog

Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP)

Distributed computing

Data warehousing concepts

Data modeling

ETL/ELT architecture

CI/CD pipelines

Git / orchestration tools

Large-scale data platforms

Job description

About Persistent

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

About Persistent

Our disruptor’s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We have delivered 22 sequential quarters of growth with $406.2M in Q2 FY26 revenue, up 4.2% Q‑o‑Q and 17.6% Y‑o‑Y growth. Our 26,000+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been named the fastest-growing Indian IT services brand in the “Brand Finance India 100” 2025 report. We were also cited as a Leader in the ISG Provider Lens™ 2025 for Digital Engineering Services 2025 and the Everest Group Talent Readiness for Next‑generation Application Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2025.

About Position

We are looking for an experienced Databricks Architect who can build, optimize, and maintain scalable data pipelines on the Databricks platform.

Role: Databricks Architect
Location: Pune
Experience: 12+ years
Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do

Develop and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines using Databricks (PySpark, SQL, Notebooks).
Design end‑to‑end Lakehouse architecture including ingestion, transformation, modeling, and consumption.
Define and implement Medallion Architecture (Bronze/Silver/Gold) using Delta Lake.
Build high-performance ETL/ELT pipelines using PySpark, Spark SQL, Delta Lake.
Architect and optimize batch and streaming data pipelines.
Perform advanced Spark optimization, cluster sizing, and cost management.
Implement CI/CD, version control, and DevOps best practices within Databricks.

Expertise You'll Bring

Advanced expertise in:
Databricks Lakehouse Platform
PySpark & Spark SQL
Delta Lake, Structured Streaming
Unity Catalog & governance frameworks
Strong experience with a major cloud platform (Azure/AWS/GCP).
Strong understanding of:
Distributed computing & Spark internals
Data warehousing concepts
Data modeling (dimensional, normalized, Lakehouse modeling)
ETL/ELT architecture
Experience in CI/CD pipelines, Git, orchestration tools.
Experience in leading large‑scale data platform implementations.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package
Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies
Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
Annual health check‑ups
Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
Our office is accessibility‑friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”

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