Principal Databricks Consultant

Are you a technical leader with a passion for transforming data into strategic insights? Do you excel in designing and implementing cutting-edge Databricks solutions that drive business success? If so, EPAM is looking for a Principal Data Consultant, specializing in Databricks, to join our team and lead the way in helping clients maximize the power of Databricks.
As a Databricks Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will play a pivotal role in shaping data strategies, optimizing data workflows and delivering advanced analytics solutions. This is an opportunity to leverage your deep expertise in Databricks and work with top-tier clients across industries, ensuring they unlock the full potential of their data.

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• Act as a Databricks SME, advocating for best practices and driving innovation in data solutions
• Partner with clients to define and execute data strategies, leveraging Databricks for maximum impact
• Design, develop and implement enterprise-level data platforms using Databricks and cloud technologies
• Engage and influence senior stakeholders to secure buy-in and funding for data-driven initiatives
• Translate complex business needs into scalable Databricks solutions for ML/AI and advanced analytics
• Provide hands-on implementation, troubleshooting and optimization of Databricks environments
• Lead delivery teams, ensuring successful execution of projects and high client satisfaction
• Foster strong client relationships, positioning yourself as a trusted Databricks advisor
• Identify opportunities to expand EPAM's footprint within client accounts and drive revenue growth

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science or a related field or equivalent work experience
• Databricks certifications (e.g., Databricks Certified Data Engineer, Databricks Certified ML Practitioner)
• Experience with real-time data processing and streaming technologies in Databricks
• Extensive experience in Data & Analytics, with a strong focus on Databricks and ML/AI platforms
• Proven expertise in Databricks, including hands-on implementation, performance optimization and architecture design
• Deep understanding of cloud-based data architectures (Azure, AWS or GCP) and their integration with Databricks
• Strong problem-solving abilities and experience in translating business requirements into actionable data solutions
• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders and drive strategic decision-making
• Experience in leading delivery teams and ensuring successful project execution
• Track record of building and growing client relationships, acting as a thought leader and strategic partner

• EPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Protection benefits including life assurance, income protection and critical illness cover
• Private medical insurance and dental care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive group pension plan
• Cyclescheme, Techscheme and season ticket loans
• Various perks such as free Wednesday lunch in-office, on-site massages and regular social events
• Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, over 22,000 courses on LinkedIn Learning Solutions and much more
• If otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus program
• If otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program
• *All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements