Databricks Engineer

Reports To: Data & AI Practice Lead Location: Remote (US-Based / Eastern or Central Time Zone Preferred) Employment Type: Contract Ready to build greenfield Lakehouse solutions at the bleeding edge of AI and big data? RevStar is an innovation shop and official Databricks Partner launching a dedicated, cloud-agnostic Data, ML, and AI practice. We are seeking a high-caliber Databricks Engineer to build, optimize, and deploy high-performance data pipelines and MLOps frameworks for enterprise clients across AWS, Azure, and GCP. In this role, you will work directly with data architects, scientists, and client leaders to turn complex data into scalable, production-ready AI models. Above all, the ideal candidate embodies RevStar’s core values: Self-Mastery : We hold a high bar for how we think, communicate, and improve. Ownership : We own outcomes, not just effort. Shared Destiny : We rise or fall together. Your Impact Pillars Your technical contributions are organized into four strategic pillars: 1. Lakehouse Architecture & Pipeline Engineering Design, build, and optimize scalable ETL/ELT pipelines using Apache Spark and Delta Lake across multi-cloud environments (AWS S3, Azure Data Lake, GCS). Implement robust Lakehouse architectures that seamlessly process both structured and unstructured data at enterprise scale. Automate data ingestion and storage workflows to support downstream analytics and real-time operational reporting. 2. Performance Optimization & Automation Fine-tune Spark jobs for low latency, high throughput, and maximum cloud cost-efficiency. Implement CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Databricks CLI) for automated deployments. Build automated monitoring, alerting, and data quality validation frameworks to guarantee pipeline reliability. 3. MLOps & AI Integration Partner with ML engineers and data scientists to build production-grade feature engineering pipelines. Support model training, tracking, versioning, and deployment inside Databricks using MLflow. Operationalize AI/ML models into secure, scalable production environments for client applications. 4. Data Governance & Client Excellence Enforce enterprise data security, access controls, and compliance standards (GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2). Establish best practices for data lineage, metadata management, and operational documentation. Collaborate with client-facing stakeholders to align technical implementations with critical business outcomes. Must-Have: 3+ years of hands-on experience in data engineering, with a focus on big data processing and cloud-native architectures. 2+ years of hands-on experience with Databricks, including Apache Spark, Delta Lake, and MLflow. Databricks Certifications (Mandatory): Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate (or higher) Proficiency in Python, SQL, and Spark-based frameworks. Experience in developing and optimizing large-scale ETL/ELT pipelines. Strong understanding of Lakehouse architecture and cloud-agnostic data solutions. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) for Databricks (e.g., Terraform, Databricks CLI). Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance best practices. Experience working in Agile development environments, following DevOps/MLOps best practices. Nice-to-Have: Additional Databricks Certifications (e.g., Databricks Certified Machine Learning Associate). Experience with real-time streaming solutions (e.g., Kafka, Kinesis, Event Hub). Familiarity with cloud storage and orchestration tools (e.g., Apache Airflow, Prefect). Background in AI/ML integration within Databricks, assisting in feature engineering and model deployment. Experience working in client-facing roles or consulting environments. Benefits for Full-Time W2 Positions: Paid Time Off – Take the time you need to recharge and stay productive. Remote-First Working Environment – Collaborate from anywhere while staying connected with our global team. Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) Retirement Plan – Plan for your future with access to a company-sponsored 401(k) program. Annual Learning & Development Stipend – Invest in your skills with conferences, certifications, or courses. Peer Mentorship & Coaching – Learn from experienced engineers, product managers, and architects to accelerate your growth. Professional Growth Opportunities – Exposure to cutting-edge AWS GenAI, data, and cloud technologies across diverse industries. Company Outings & Volunteer Opportunities – Build relationships and give back to the community. Collaborative, Innovative Culture – Work alongside top talent in a fast-paced, supportive environment that values curiosity and initiative. Equal Opportunity Employment At RevStar, we don’t just accept differences — we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our employees, our customers, and our community. RevStar is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Reasonable Accommodations RevStar is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact HR at [email protected].