Chicago, IL · On-site
$118K - $141K/yr
Required Skills & Experience · Total Experience: 10+ years in data engineering or related roles. · Cloud Data Platforms: Deep hands on experience with Databricks (notebooks, jobs, clusters, Delta ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site
$118K - $141K/yr
Required Skills & Experience · Total Experience: 10+ years in data engineering or related roles. · Cloud Data Platforms: Deep hands on experience with Databricks (notebooks, jobs, clusters, Delta ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$118K - $141K/yr
We're looking for a Data Engineer to join our Databricks practice and help design, build, and optimize Lakehouse-based data platforms for clients across industries - from public sector agencies to ...
Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$118K - $141K/yr
We're looking for a Data Engineer to join our Databricks practice and help design, build, and optimize Lakehouse-based data platforms for clients across industries - from public sector agencies to ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$118K - $141K/yr
We're looking for a Data Engineer to join our Databricks practice and help design, build, and optimize Lakehouse-based data platforms for clients across industries - from public sector agencies to ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$118K - $141K/yr
We're looking for a Data Engineer to join our Databricks practice and help design, build, and optimize Lakehouse-based data platforms for clients across industries - from public sector agencies to ...
$118K - $141K/yr
We're looking for a Data Engineer to join our Databricks practice and help design, build, and optimize Lakehouse-based data platforms for clients across industries -- from public sector agencies to ...
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$118K - $141K/yr
We're looking for a Data Engineer to join our Databricks practice and help design, build, and optimize Lakehouse-based data platforms for clients across industries -- from public sector agencies to ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$120K - $160K/yr
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To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com What You'll Be Doing As a Databricks Data Engineer on the US Risk Technology team, you'll be working on AML Tech, Databricks, and other applications to ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
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To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com What You'll Be Doing As a Databricks Data Engineer on the US Risk Technology team, you'll be working on AML Tech, Databricks, and other applications to ...
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To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com What You'll Be Doing As a Databricks Data Engineer on the US Risk Technology team, you'll be working on AML Tech, Databricks, and other applications to ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
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To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com What You'll Be Doing As a Databricks Data Engineer on the US Risk Technology team, you'll be working on AML Tech, Databricks, and other applications to ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
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To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com What You'll Be Doing As a Databricks Data Engineer on the US Risk Technology team, you'll be working on AML Tech, Databricks, and other applications to ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$120K - $160K/yr
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To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com What You'll Be Doing As a Databricks Data Engineer on the US Risk Technology team, you'll be working on AML Tech, Databricks, and other applications to ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$120K - $160K/yr
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To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com What You'll Be Doing As a Databricks Data Engineer on the US Risk Technology team, you'll be working on AML Tech, Databricks, and other applications to ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$120K - $160K/yr
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Life
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To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com What You'll Be Doing As a Databricks Data Engineer on the US Risk Technology team, you'll be working on AML Tech, Databricks, and other applications to ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$118K - $141K/yr
The Data Engineering Manager will lead a scrum team of data engineers in the design, development, and delivery of Sidley's enterprise Databricks data platform. This role blends hands-on technical ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$118K - $141K/yr
The Data Engineering Manager will lead a scrum team of data engineers in the design, development, and delivery of Sidley's enterprise Databricks data platform. This role blends hands-on technical ...
Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$118K - $141K/yr
Databricks Certified Data Engineer or Machine Learning Professional * AWS Certified Machine Learning - Specialty * Google Professional Data Engineer / ML Engineer * Familiarity with AI model ...
Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$118K - $141K/yr
Databricks Certified Data Engineer or Machine Learning Professional * AWS Certified Machine Learning - Specialty * Google Professional Data Engineer / ML Engineer * Familiarity with AI model ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
The Data Engineering Manager will lead a scrum team of data engineers in the design, development, and delivery of Sidley's enterprise Databricks data platform. This role blends hands-on technical ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
The Data Engineering Manager will lead a scrum team of data engineers in the design, development, and delivery of Sidley's enterprise Databricks data platform. This role blends hands-on technical ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
The Data Engineering Manager will lead a scrum team of data engineers in the design, development, and delivery of Sidley's enterprise Databricks data platform. This role blends hands-on technical ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
The Data Engineering Manager will lead a scrum team of data engineers in the design, development, and delivery of Sidley's enterprise Databricks data platform. This role blends hands-on technical ...
Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$118K - $141K/yr
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Role Overview The Data Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting modern data platforms using Microsoft Fabric and Databricks , with a strong emphasis on lakehouse ...
Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$118K - $141K/yr
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Role Overview The Data Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting modern data platforms using Microsoft Fabric and Databricks , with a strong emphasis on lakehouse ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$109K - $148K/yr
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You'll partner with your manager and Machine Learning Engineers to architect, design and build our Databricks data platform and our Databricks MCP connector. iM Responsible For... * Using PySpark to ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$109K - $148K/yr
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You'll partner with your manager and Machine Learning Engineers to architect, design and build our Databricks data platform and our Databricks MCP connector. iM Responsible For... * Using PySpark to ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$109K - $148K/yr
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You'll partner with your manager and Machine Learning Engineers to architect, design and build our Databricks data platform and our Databricks MCP connector. iM Responsible For... * Using PySpark to ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$109K - $148K/yr
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You'll partner with your manager and Machine Learning Engineers to architect, design and build our Databricks data platform and our Databricks MCP connector. iM Responsible For... * Using PySpark to ...
Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$118K - $141K/yr
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Role Overview The Data Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting modern data platforms using Microsoft Fabric and Databricks , with a strong emphasis on lakehouse ...
Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$118K - $141K/yr
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Role Overview The Data Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting modern data platforms using Microsoft Fabric and Databricks , with a strong emphasis on lakehouse ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$109K - $148K/yr
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Life
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You'll partner with your manager and Machine Learning Engineers to architect, design and build our Databricks data platform and our Databricks MCP connector. iM Responsible For... * Using PySpark to ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site
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You'll partner with your manager and Machine Learning Engineers to architect, design and build our Databricks data platform and our Databricks MCP connector. iM Responsible For... * Using PySpark to ...
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Data Engineer - PySpark, Databricks & AWS Redshift Location: Chicago, IL (locals Only) Employment Type: W2 Contract We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in ...
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Data Engineer - PySpark, Databricks & AWS Redshift Location: Chicago, IL (locals Only) Employment Type: W2 Contract We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
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Our client in the finance sector is looking for a Data Engineer I to join their team. They are a ... Databricks * Azure Data Factory (ADF) Desired Skills & Experience * MS Fabric * Snowflake
Chicago, IL · On-site
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Our client in the finance sector is looking for a Data Engineer I to join their team. They are a ... Databricks * Azure Data Factory (ADF) Desired Skills & Experience * MS Fabric * Snowflake
Chicago, IL · On-site
$118K - $141K/yr
Data Engineer Location: Chicago, IL (3 days office) Employment: Contract Data Engineer with ... Work with Databricks for data processing. * Utilize AWS services like S3, CloudWatch, IAM, SNS, and ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$118K - $141K/yr
Data Engineer Location: Chicago, IL (3 days office) Employment: Contract Data Engineer with ... Work with Databricks for data processing. * Utilize AWS services like S3, CloudWatch, IAM, SNS, and ...
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A Databricks Data Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines on the Databricks platform. They work with Apache Spark, Delta Lake, and cloud services to process large datasets efficiently. Their role involves data ingestion, transformation, optimization, and ensuring data quality for analytics and machine learning. Additionally, they collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and business teams to deliver reliable data solutions.
A typical day for a Databricks Data Engineer involves developing and maintaining scalable data pipelines, optimizing big data workflows using Spark, and collaborating with data scientists, analysts, and other engineers. You will regularly work within cloud environments to manage and process large datasets, conduct troubleshooting, and ensure data reliability and performance. Daily tasks may also include writing code, participating in team meetings, and implementing best practices for data security and governance. This role is highly collaborative, requiring frequent communication to align on project goals and address any technical challenges. The dynamic, project-based structure helps expand your skills and offers growth opportunities into senior engineering or data architecture roles.
To thrive as a Databricks Data Engineer, you need strong expertise in data engineering concepts, big data processing, and programming languages such as Python, Scala, or SQL, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Proficiency in Databricks, Apache Spark, cloud platforms (like AWS, Azure, or GCP), and relevant certifications such as Databricks Certified Data Engineer are highly valued. Effective problem-solving, collaboration, and clear communication skills help engineers work efficiently within cross-functional teams. These skills are essential for designing scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality, and delivering actionable analytics in dynamic business environments.
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$118K - $141K/yr
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Key Responsibilities
· Pipeline Development – Design, implement, and optimize scalable ETL/ELT pipelines using Databricks (PySpark, SQL, Delta Lake) to ingest structured and semi structured data from multiple sources (APIs, databases, streaming).
· Data Warehousing – Build and maintain cloud data warehouse solutions (Snowflake / Azure Synapse) – design star schemas, fact/dimension tables, and aggregate tables for high performance reporting.
· Data Modeling – Create logical and physical data models for operational and analytical use cases; implement SCD Type 2, slowly changing dimensions, and data vault methodologies where appropriate.
· Performance Tuning – Optimize Spark jobs, SQL queries, and data partitioning strategies to handle petabyte scale data with low latency.
· Governance & Quality – Implement data quality checks, monitoring, and lineage using tools like Great Expectations or custom frameworks; enforce data governance policies (GDPR/CCPA).
· Collaboration – Partner with data analysts, product managers, and engineers to translate business requirements into technical data solutions.
· CI/CD & Automation – Automate deployment of data pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions; maintain infrastructure as code (Terraform) for data resources.
Required Skills & Experience
· Total Experience: 10+ years in data engineering or related roles.
· Cloud Data Platforms: Deep hands on experience with Databricks (notebooks, jobs, clusters, Delta Lake, Unity Catalog) – must have production level work.
· Data Warehousing: Proven experience with cloud data warehouses (Snowflake, Azure Synapse, or Redshift) – design, optimisation, and administration.
· Data Modeling: Strong knowledge of dimensional modeling (Kimball/Inmon), relational database design, and experience with tools like ER/Studio or dbt.
· Programming: Expert in Python and SQL – ability to write maintainable, production grade code.
· Big Data: Hands on with Apache Spark (PySpark), distributed computing, and performance tuning.
· Orchestration: Experience with workflow tools (Airflow, Azure Data Factory, or Prefect) for scheduling and monitoring pipelines.
· Version Control: Proficient with Git and collaborative development workflows.
Preferred Qualifications
· Experience with streaming technologies (Kafka, Event Hubs, or Kinesis).
· Knowledge of data mesh or data fabric architectures.
· Familiarity with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker).
· Databricks certification (e.g., Associate or Professional Data Engineer).
· Experience with dbt (data build tool) and transformation testing.
· Exposure to MLflow or MLOps practices.
Education & Soft Skills
· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
· Strong communication skills
· Self starter with a problem solving mindset and ability to work independently in a hybrid environment.
Keyword:
Skills: Digital : Snowflake~Digital : Databricks
Experience Required: 10 & Above
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