Databricks Architect

Chennai , India
Hybrid

AI overview

Design and implement Delta Lakehouse architectures using Databricks, driving real-world outcomes for enterprise customers while collaborating on AI and data solutions.

Job Description  

  • We’re seeking a hands-on Resident Solution Architect (Databricks)with deep technical expertise in building and optimizing Lakehouse-based data and AI solutions. This is a contract role based in Singapore, offering flexibility to work on-site with clients or remotely within the region.
  • In this role, you’ll design, develop, and operationalize Delta Lakehouse architectures using Databricks, driving real-world outcomes for enterprise customers. You’ll take ownership of implementation tasks, lead technical delivery, and mentor engineering teams in best practices across data engineering, governance, and AI.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement scalable data pipelines using Delta Live Tables (DLT), Spark SQL, Python, or Scala.
  • Optimize ETL, streaming, and ML workloads for performance, cost efficiency, and reliability.
  • Administer and configure Databricks Workspaces, Unity Catalog, and cluster policies for secure, governed environments.
  • Automate infrastructure and deployments using Terraform, Git, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Implement observability, cost optimization, and monitoring frameworks using tools like Splunk, Prometheus, or CloudWatch.
  • Collaborate with customers to build AI and LLM solutions leveraging MLflow, DBRX, and Mosaic AI.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Strong hands-on experience with Databricks, including workspace setup, notebooks, clusters, and job orchestration.
  • Expertise in Delta Lake, DLT, Unity Catalog, and SQL Warehouses.
  • Proficiency in Python or Scala for data engineering and ML workflows.
  • Strong understanding of AWS, Azure, or GCP cloud ecosystems.
  • Experience with Terraform automation, DevOps, and MLOps practices.
  • Familiarity with monitoring and governance frameworks for large-scale data platforms.

Nice to Have

  • Experience developing AI/LLM pipelines and RAG architectures on Databricks.
  • Exposure to Bedrock, OpenAI, or Hugging Face integrations.
  • Databricks certifications (Data Engineer, Machine Learning, or Solutions Architect) preferred.

Unison Consulting was launched in Singapore on September 2012, the hub of the financial industry, with innovative visions in the technocratic arena. We are a boutique next-generation Technology Company with strong business-interests in Liquidity risk, Market Risk, Credit Risk and Regulatory Compliance. Unison provides technology consulting and services to implement Risk Management and Risk Analytics System for Financial Institutions. Our services suite comprises of Techno-Functional consulting, systems integration, Business Intelligence, information management, and custom development of IT solutions, plus project management expertise for financial institutions. We have expertise in latest cutting edge technology to achieve better total cost of ownership. Through our qualified professionals, we assist you drive your unique risk management strategies, whether that means efficient monitoring, improving risk appetite of the financial institutions, complying with regulations, or capturing growth opportunities through innovation, this is what maximizes your decision taking potential. At Unison Consulting, we view clients as partners, and our success is only measured by the success of our partners. So we put it all on the table in order to exceed expectations. Our staff consists of young, energetic and innovative consultants who are never afraid to challenge the conventions and push the boundaries in an effort to help our clients. For every project, no matter how large or how small, we strive to not only meet your needs, but deliver a showcase in your field.

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