Job Description
ABOUT CLIENT:
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We are partnering with a leading
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Job Description
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ABOUT CLIENT:
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We are partnering with a leading Data & AI Consulting organisation to hire an experienced Databricks Solution Architect for a permanent opportunity based in Sydney, Australia.
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If you've successfully delivered enterprise Databricks solutions and enjoy solving complex data and AI challenges, I'd love to hear from you.
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Location:
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Sydney, Australia (Hybrid)
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Key Responsibilities
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SOLUTION ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
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Design and lead enterprise-scale Data & AI solutions on the Databricks Lakehouse Platform.
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Architect scalable, secure, and high-performance data platforms across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
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Define end-to-end solution architecture, ensuring alignment with business and technical objectives.
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Recommend best practices for data engineering, governance, security, and platform modernization.
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ENTERPRISE DELIVERY & IMPLEMENTATION
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Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise Databricks implementations from discovery through production deployment.
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Successfully deliver large-scale production workloads with a focus on scalability, reliability, and performance.
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Solve complex production challenges involving distributed data processing, platform optimization, and cloud-native architectures.
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Ensure successful delivery within agreed timelines, quality standards, and customer expectations
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DATA ENGINEERING & PLATFORM EXCELLENCE
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Develop and optimize enterprise data pipelines using Apache Spark and Databricks.
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Build scalable ETL/ELT frameworks using Delta Lake and modern data engineering practices.
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Apply deep understanding of Spark architecture,



execution plans, and runtime optimization.
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Drive platform performance tuning, cost optimization, and workload scalability.
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CLOUD & MODERN DATA PLATFORM
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Design and implement cloud-native data solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
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Collaborate with platform engineering teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
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Apply Infrastructure-as-Code and DevOps best practices where applicable.
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Support enterprise MLOps implementation and integration with modern AI workflows.
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CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT & CONSULTING
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Lead architecture workshops, technical discovery sessions, and executive presentations.
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Partner with customers to understand business challenges and translate them into scalable technical solutions.
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Provide technical leadership throughout implementation and post-production support.
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Build trusted advisor relationships with business and technology stakeholders.
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CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT & CONSULTING
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Define enterprise architecture standards and implementation best practices.
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Promote reusable solution accelerators, coding standards, and governance frameworks.
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Ensure security, compliance, data quality, and operational excellence across all implementations.
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Mentor engineering teams and contribute to capability building across the organization.
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Qualifications
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KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
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10+ years of consulting and technology experience.
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Minimum 7+ years in Data Engineering, Data Platforms, or Analytics.
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Minimum 68 enterprise Databricks implementations delivered in production environments.
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Hands-on enterprise delivery experience is mandatory.
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Experience designing and deploying large-scale distributed data platforms.
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Strong customer-facing consulting and solution architecture experience.
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Experience working with global enterprise customers across multiple industries.
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Education & Professional Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
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Master's degree preferred.
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Databricks Data Engineer Skilled Certification (Mandatory).
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Databricks Solution Architect Champion recognized by Databricks (Mandatory)
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Additional cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, or GCP) are highly desirable.
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Soft Skills
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Excellent technical competency.
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Strong communication and presentation skills.
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Consulting mindset with strong problem-solving ability.
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Executive presence and stakeholder management capability.
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Customer engagement and workshop facilitation skills.
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Ability to influence technical and business decision-makers.
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Why Is This a Great Opportunity
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Great company
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Growing rapidly in Globally, Europe and APAC
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Opportunity to work on the most cutting edge technology and be a part of a small Australian team that will shape and grow the ANZ operation of the company.

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