Azure Databricks Administrator

NYU Langone Hospitals; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Health is seeking an Azure Databricks Administrator to manage and secure the Databricks platform across workspaces, clusters, and jobs. You will oversee user access, runtime management, and policy enforcement while collaborating with data engineers, scientists, and analysts to optimize data workflows.

The role emphasizes cost control, data governance, and secure storage with Azure Key Vault and Data Factory, contributing to robust data solutions and insights within a leading academic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer science, information systems, or engineering.
• 7+ years of experience administering data platforms.
• 3+ years experience with Azure Databricks Lakehouse.
• Proficiency in Python/PySpark, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Experience automating administrative tasks and workflows.
• Knowledge of security best practices and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain Azure Databricks Platform, workspaces, clusters, and jobs.
• Oversee user administration including access controls and permissions.
• Handle library installations, runtime management, and policy enforcement.
• Implement/analyze cost control measures and monitor platform usage and performance.
• Administer Unity Catalog for data governance and security.
• Collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, and analysts to optimize data workflows and pipelines.
• Manage Azure storage solutions, including Blob Storage and Data Lake Storage.
• Administer Azure Key Vault for secure storage of secrets and keys.
• Configure and manage Azure Data Factory for data integration and ETL processes.
• Implement and manage VNETs, firewalls, Azure policies and security best practices.
• Implement and manage Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines and version control.
• Implement best practices for automated deployment and continuous integration.
• Set up budgets and alerts to monitor Azure costs and spend.
• Configure alerts for proactive issue detection and resolution.
• Databricks Lakehouse Monitoring develop and execute ad hoc operational reports.

Skills

Python/PySpark

Automation

Communication skills

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Systems / Engineering

Tools

Azure Databricks

Azure DevOps

Unity Catalog

Azure Data Factory

Blob Storage / Data Lake Storage

Job description

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. Vizient Inc. has ranked NYU Langone the No. 1 comprehensive academic medical center in the country for three years in a row, and U.S. News & World Report recently placed nine of its clinical specialties among the top five in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.

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Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Azure Databricks Administrator. As an Azure Databricks Administrator within this department, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining the Databricks platform, ensuring optimal performance and security across workspaces, clusters, and jobs. This role is crucial in overseeing user administration, managing Azure storage solutions, and implementing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps. By leveraging a deep understanding of Databricks architecture and proficiency in scripting languages, the administrator will automate tasks and enhance the efficiency of data operations. Strong communication skills and a commitment to high-quality support will enable effective collaboration with cross-functional teams, directly contributing to the department's mission of delivering robust data solutions and insights.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain Azure Databricks Platform, workspaces, clusters, and jobs
• Oversee user administration including access controls and permissions
• Handle library installations, runtime management, and policy enforcement
• Implement/analyze cost control measures and monitor platform usage and performance
• Administer Unity Catalog for data governance and security
• Collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, and analysts to optimize and streamline data workflows, and analytical pipelines on the Databricks platform
• Manage Azure storage solutions, including Blob Storage and Data Lake Storage
• Administer Azure Key Vault for secure storage of secrets and keys
• Configure and manage Azure Data Factory for data integration and ETL processes
• Implement and manage VNETs, firewalls, Azure policies and security best practices
• Implement and manage Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines and version control
• Implement best practices for automated deployment and continuous integration
• Set up budgets and alerts to monitor and control Azure costs and spend
• Implement monitoring solutions for platform health and performance
• Configure alerts for proactive issue detection and resolution
• Databricks Lakehouse Monitoring develop and execute ad hoc operational reports not already implemented within the EDC (e.g., nonstandard query reports).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer science, Information systems, or Engineering
• 7+ years of related professional experience administering data platforms
• 3+ years experience with Azure Databricks Lakehouse Platform
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python/PySpark, PowerShell, or Bash
• Experience in automating administrative tasks and workflows
• Knowledge of security best practices and compliance requirements
• Experience with ETL processes, data pipelines, and big data technologies
• Experience with backup and restore procedures for Databricks and Azure services
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely and efficient manner
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to document processes, procedures, and configurations clearly
• Commitment to providing high-quality support to internal/external users and stakeholders
• Ability to understand and address the needs of internal and external customers
• Team player with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Flexibility to adapt to changing requirements and priorities
• Willingness to learn new technologies and continuously improve skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep understanding of Databricks architecture, features, and best practices
• Experience with Delta Lake and Databricks SQL for advanced data management
• Experience in performance tuning and optimization for both Databricks and Azure environments
• Experience supporting/administering data science and ML workloads in Databricks
• Knowledge of disaster recovery planning and implementation
• Experience integrating Databricks with other data platforms and tools
• Understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud environments
• Experience implementing data protection measures and ensuring regulatory compliance

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $101,493.51 - $155,000.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.