Azure Databricks Engineer - Contract

Azure Data Engineer (Databricks Specialist) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Azure Data Engineer with a strong focus on Databricks to join our team on a 3-month contract. This role is fully remote and outside IR35, offering flexibility and competitive day rates. You will play a key role in designing, building, and optimising scalable data solutions in Azure, with Databricks at the core of the project. Responsibilities • Design and implement data pipelines using Azure Databricks. • Collaborate with developers, analysts, and DevOps teams to ensure smooth data integration. • Optimise performance of large-scale data processing workloads. • Work with stakeholders to understand application state and data requirements. • Ensure best practices in data governance, security, and compliance. Key Skills & Experience • Proven experience as an Azure Data Engineer. • Strong hands-on expertise with Databricks - 5+ years experience (PySpark, notebooks, clusters, Delta Lake). • Solid knowledge of Azure services (Data Lake, Synapse, Data Factory, Event Hub). • Experience working with DevOps teams and CI/CD pipelines. • Ability to handle environments with large user bases (e.g., 300+ internal users). • Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently in a remote setting. Contract Details • Length: 3 months (then rolling) • Rate: £450-£500 per day (Outside IR35) • Status: Outside IR35 • Location: Fully Remote