Databricks Practice Lead

4 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Data Intellect Full time
Databricks Practice Lead Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Databricks Lead to spearhead our Databricks practice. This is a leadership role responsible for driving the growth, innovation, and successful delivery of cloud-based data solutions for our clients leveraging Databricks.

The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of cloud-based data processing, particularly within a Databricks environment, and a passion for leading and mentoring a team of data engineers. This role requires both technical expertise and strategic leadership, making it a unique opportunity for someone who is looking to shape the future of data-driven solutions within a fast-growing, innovative company.

Key Responsibilities
  • Practice Leadership
    • Develop and lead the Databricks practice, establishing it as a key offering within Data Intellect's services.
    • Define the strategic vision for the practice, including service offerings, go-to-market strategies, and best practices.
    • Stay up to date with current with Databricks advancements, industry trends, and competitor strategies to ensure continuous innovation.
    • Collaborate the Business Development Team to drive new business opportunities and expand the client base.
  • Team Management & Development
    • Build, mentor, and manage a team of data engineers and consultants within the Databricks practice.
    • Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing within the team.
    • Develop training programs and professional development opportunities to ensure team members are skilled in the latest technologies and best practices.
  • Project Delivery & Execution
    • Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex data pipelines, ETL processes, and data lakes using Databricks and other services
    • Provide oversight and guidance to project teams ensuring high-quality delivery of data solutions, including scalability, performance, and security.
    • Partner with clients to understand their data needs, architect tailored solutions, and provide strategic guidance on leveraging Databricks to meet business objectives.
  • Client Engagement & Relationship Building
    • Act as the primary point of contact for Databricks expertise in discussions with key clients, offering thought leadership and driving long-term relationships.
    • Lead client discussions around technical architecture, project scope, and implementation plans.
    • Ensure client satisfaction through proactive communication, project transparency, and post-deployment support.
  • Technical Excellence & Innovation
    • Establish best practices for Databricks deployments, including performance tuning, cost optimisation, and security management.
    • Develop reusable frameworks, assets, and accelerators to improve delivery efficiency and consistency across projects.
    • Advocate for the adoption of advanced analytics, AI, and machine learning capabilities within Databricks to drive additional business value.
Qualifications
  • Strong experience in data engineering, data architecture, or big data analytics.
  • Proven experience designing and deploying large-scale data pipelines, ETL processes, and data lakes using Databricks.
  • Demonstrable experience with cloud services, all three public clouds (AWS, GCP, Azure) is beneficial.
  • Solid understanding of Spark architecture, distributed computing, and cloud-based data engineering principles.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or SQL.
  • Strong leadership skills with experience managing and growing high-performing technical teams.
  • Excellent client-facing communication skills, including the ability to translate technical solutions into business value.
  • Experience in Consulting / Financial Services / Capital Markets, delivering solutions for multiple clients is advantageous.
Key Competencies
  • Leadership: Ability to inspire, lead, and develop a high-performing team.
  • Strategic Thinking: Proactively identifies opportunities to innovate and expand service offerings.
  • Problem-Solving: Demonstrates strong analytical skills to solve complex technical problems.
  • Communication: Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills to engage with clients and stakeholders.
  • Collaboration: Works effectively across departments, teams, and client organizations.
Why Join Data Intellect?
  • Be part of a rapidly growing, forward-thinking data consultancy that prioritises innovation and client success.
  • Work alongside a talented, passionate, and collaborative team of data experts.
  • Access to continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities to lead high-impact projects with top-tier clients.

Data Intellect is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusion and diversity.

If you have a disability, accommodations are available on request throughout the assessment and selection processes.

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