Lead Data Engineer - Databricks

As one of the founding members of Kanerika's Databricks delivery practice, you will be a hands-on builder responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing data pipelines on Databricks for client engagements. You'll work closely with the Practice Lead to translate architecture into working solutions, build reusable accelerators ahead of client demand, and help establish engineering best practices for the growing team.

· Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate/Professional certification.

· Experience with Lakeflow Declarative Pipelines (formerly Delta Live Tables), Lakeflow Connect for managed ingestion, MLflow for experiment tracking and model registry, Databricks SQL, and AI/BI Genie.

· Exposure to data governance and security frameworks (row/column-level security, data masking).

· Prior experience in a consulting/IT services environment delivering to multiple clients.

· Familiarity with orchestration tools (Airflow) and ingestion tools (Fivetran, Kafka, Azure Data Factory).

· Within 3 months: Comfortable with Kanerika's delivery standards; has built or contributed to at least one reusable accelerator/demo asset.

· Within 6 months: Independently delivering core engineering work on client engagement(s) with minimal oversight.

· Within 12 months: Recognized as a go-to senior engineer on the team, mentoring newer hires and contributing to architecture decisions.

· Leading databricks partnership upgrade to Gold level.

· Work with a passionate and innovative team in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

· Gain hands-on experience in content marketing with exposure to real-world projects.

· Opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and enhance your marketing skills.

· Contribute to exciting initiatives and make an impact from day one.

· Competitive stipend and potential for growth within the company.

· Recognized for excellence in data and AI solutions with industry awards and accolades.

Employee Benefits:

1. Culture:

i. Open Door Policy: Encourages open communication and accessibility to management.

ii. Open Office Floor Plan: Fosters a collaborative and interactive work environment.

iii. Flexible Working Hours: Allows employees to have flexibility in their work schedules.

iv. Employee Referral Bonus: Rewards employees for referring qualified candidates.

v. Appraisal Process Twice a Year: Provides regular performance evaluations and feedback.

2. Inclusivity and Diversity:

a. Hiring practices that promote diversity: Ensures a diverse and inclusive workforce.

b. Mandatory POSH training: Promotes a safe and respectful work environment.

3. Health Insurance and Wellness Benefits:

a. GMC and Term Insurance: Offers medical coverage and financial protection.

b. Health Insurance: Provides coverage for medical expenses.

c. Disability Insurance: Offers financial support in case of disability.

4. Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits:

a. Company-sponsored family events: Creates opportunities for employees and their families to bond.

b. Generous Parental Leave: Allows parents to take time off after the birth or adoption of a child.

c. Family Medical Leave: Offers leave for employees to take care of family members' medical needs.

5. Perks and Time-Off Benefits:

a. Company-sponsored outings: Organizes recreational activities for employees.

b. Gratuity: Provides a monetary benefit as a token of appreciation.

c. Provident Fund: Helps employees save for retirement.

d. Generous PTO: Offers more than the industry standard for paid time off.

e. Paid sick days: Allows employees to take paid time off when they are unwell.

f. Paid holidays: Gives employees paid time off for designated holidays.

g. Bereavement Leave: Provides time off for employees to grieve the loss of a loved one.

6. Professional Development Benefits:

a. L&D with FLEX- Enterprise Learning Repository: Provides access to a learning repository for professional development.

b. Mentorship Program: Offers guidance and support from experienced professionals.

c. Job Training: Provides training to enhance job-related skills.

d. Professional Certification Reimbursements: Assists employees in obtaining professional certifications.

e. Promote from Within: Encourages internal growth and advancement opportunities.