Senior data engineer

About Position :

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Engineer with expert-level proficiency in Azure Databricks, Apache Spark, and Azure Data Services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building production-grade Delta Live Tables (DLT) pipelines, implementing Medallion Architecture, and managing infrastructure using Terraform. This role demands hands-on experience in real-time data ingestion, structured streaming, and CI / CD practices. Familiarity with the Healthcare domain and Snowflake is a plus.

Role : Senior Data Engineer

Location : All Persistent Locations

Experience : 6+ Years

Job Type : Full Time Employment

What You'll Do :

Design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust Delta Live Tables (DLT) pipelines using Lakeflow Declarative Pipelines.

Architect and implement solutions based on Databricks Lakehouse Platform and Medallion Architecture. Ingest and process real-time data using Azure Event Hubs and Kafka endpoints.

Develop and optimize Py Spark code for batch and streaming data pipelines.

Write comprehensive unit and integration tests using Pytest / unittest frameworks.

Process and transform semi-structured data formats, especially JSON.

Manage cloud infrastructure using Terraform for Azure resources.

Implement and maintain CI / CD pipelines using Git Hub Actions.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality, reliability, and performance.

Document technical solutions and maintain best practices across the data engineering lifecycle.

Expertise You'll Bring :

Expert-level proficiency in Azure Databricks and Delta Live Tables (DLT).

Deep understanding of Databricks Lakehouse Platform and Medallion Architecture.

Strong hands-on experience with Azure Event Hubs and Kafka for real-time ingestion.

Advanced knowledge of Apache Spark (Py Spark) and structured streaming.

Proven experience in writing unit / integration tests for data pipelines.

Expertise in Python and SQL.

Experience in processing semi-structured data (JSON).

Strong Infrastructure as Code (Ia C) skills using Terraform.

Proficiency in CI / CD tools, especially Git Hub and Git Hub Actions.

Benefits :

Competitive salary and benefits package

Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications

Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies

Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards

Annual health check-ups

Insurance coverage : group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment :

Persistent Ltd. is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.

Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.

If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

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