Senior Databricks Lead

We’re looking for a seasoned Databricks Lead Engineer to drive next-generation platform uplift, define best practices, and lead delivery across our Lakehouse ecosystem. This role is for someone who has led major Databricks transformations with the ability to influence architecture, engineering standards, and team direction.

Responsibilities:

• Lead modernization of the Databricks platform and adoption of advanced features.
• Design and deliver Lakeflow jobs, pipelines, and scalable Lakehouse solutions.
• Implement and optimize Unity Catalog, DQX, DB Genie, AI/BI workloads.
• Establish engineering best practices, governance, and automation frameworks.
• Mentor teams and guide technical decision-making across the organization.

Requirements:

• 7+ years in data/platform engineering with deep Databricks expertise.
• Strong hands-on experience with Pyspark, DBR, Lakeflow, UC, DQX, DB Genie, and Delta Lake.
• Experienced in ADF and Synapse, with exposure to Azure DevOps.
• Proven leadership in large-scale Databricks or Lakehouse transformation projects.
• Strong out-of-the-box thinking, problem-solving, and deliverables leadership.
• Ability to set direction, challenge assumptions, and drive outcomes.

Location:
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Work Conditions:
Hybrid, Full-time

Language Requirements:
(Not specified)