Databricks Architect (Lead Data Platform Architect)
iLink Digital
Databricks Architect (Lead Data Platform Architect) New York, United States | Posted on 06/25/2026 We are looking for a highly skilled Databricks Architect to design, build, and scale enterprise-grade Lakehouse data platforms . This role will drive architecture strategy, platform standardization, and enterprise data modernization initiatives , leveraging Databricks and cloud ecosystems. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Spark, Delta Lake, and cloud-native architecture , along with strong leadership in driving large-scale data transformations. Key Responsibilities Define and implement end-to-end Databricks Lakehouse architecture . Design scalable systems for: Batch & real-time data processing Structured & unstructured workloads Establish medallion architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold layers) as a standard. Lead deployment and optimization of: Azure Databricks / AWS Databricks / GCP Databricks Define standards for: Workspace design & cluster strategy Job orchestration Data storage (Delta Lake) Drive adoption of: Unity Catalog MLflow Databricks SQL & Photon Batch (ADF, Airflow) Data modeling (star schema, data vault, dimensional models) Guide engineering teams on best practices in Spark/PySpark optimization . Performance & Cost Optimization Query performance Implement cost governance strategies (auto-scaling, job clusters, spot instances). Data Governance & Security Fine-grained access control (RBAC/ABAC) Ensure compliance with data privacy and regulatory standards . Integrate Databricks with: Data sources (ERP, CRM, APIs, IoT) BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) ML pipelines and AI platforms Collaborate with cloud architects for: Networking, security, and storage strategies. Provide architectural guidance to data engineers, scientists, and TPMs . Conduct design reviews and enforce architecture governance . Mentor teams on emerging patterns: Data Mesh DataOps / MLOps GenAI workloads on Databricks Skills & Qualifications Mandatory Skills 12+ years of experience in data engineering, architecture, or platform design . #J-18808-Ljbffr iLink Digital
- ...Skill Cluster : Data-Databricks Data platform with Spark,Python/Scala/Java,Kafka, HDFS, Hive,NoSQL. Primary Skill : DataBricks,PySpark Hands-on Data Architect (Databricks Lakehouse) Role Overview Own the target-state architecture in Databricks...PlatformDatabricks
- ...energetic and passionate Senior Data Architect to design and execute our... ...change agent, successfully leading and implementing organizational... ...patterns for scalable data platforms. Extensive experience with... ...technologies such as Data Lake, Databricks, Snowflake Experience with...PlatformDatabricksLocal area3 days per week
- ...Data Architect Location: NY/NJ Duration: 11 Months Remarks: Years'... ...data integration services, databricks or snowflake Should have worked... ...architectures across cloud platforms (AWS, Databricks, Snowflake)... ...with business objectives. # Lead workshops and design...PlatformDatabricksContract work
- ...Senior Data Architect Location: Manhattan, NY (Hybrid) Technical... ...modern data technology stacks—Databricks, Snowflake, Spark, AWS/Azure... ...streaming/data integration platforms, metadata/cataloging tools.... ...best practices. ~ Experience leading architectural teams, driving...PlatformDatabricks
$168.5k - $206k
...Information Job Title Principal Data Architect Job ID 108701 Work... ...and Technology Strategy Lead the definition of enterprise... ...and secure enterprise data platforms and solutions across cloud,... ...services, including Databricks, Snowflake, Microsoft Fabric...PlatformDatabricksPermanent employmentFull timeWork at officeLocal area$122k - $163k
...create custom software, data, and cloud products... ...What You’ll DoAs a Data Architect at Slalom, you will work... ...Azure, and Google Cloud Platform technologies. You’ll stay... ...solutions* Lead and contribute to solution... ...Apache Spark, Presto, Databricks, Amazon Kinesis, Apache...PlatformDatabricksTemporary workLocal area- ACI Infotech is seeking a Data Architect based in New York, NY, for a hybrid full-time position... ..., designing scalable and secure data platforms. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years... ...knowledge of data technologies like Databricks and Snowflake, and excellent...PlatformDatabricksFull time
- New York, NY (Hybrid) Full time Lead Level About This Role As a Data Architect, you'll define the data strategy and... ...secure, and cost-effective data platforms. Responsibilities Design data... ...knowledge of multiple data technologies (Databricks, Snowflake, etc.) Understanding...PlatformDatabricksFull time
$175k - $205.9k
...you ready to make an impact?As a Data Architect at West Monroe, you will lead the design, implementation, and optimization... ...warehouses, lakes, and analytics platforms.Data Governance: Establish and... ...with modern data platforms: Databricks and/or Snowflake preferredExperience...PlatformDatabricksWork at officeLocal areaImmediate startFlexible hours- ...companies build teams. We're looking for a Data Architect to join one of our client teams in... ...to use them Experience with cloud data platforms (Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery, or similar... ...ELT processes and data pipeline tools (Databricks, etc.) Nice to have Knowledge of real...PlatformDatabricksFull time
- EPAM Georgia is seeking a Data and AI Solution Architect to design, implement, and deliver enterprise-grade data and AI platforms. You will lead Databricks-based data lake projects, data migration efforts, and semantic data layer creation, while guiding cloud-enabled GenAI...PlatformDatabricksRemote job
- ...Job Title: Senior Data Architect Location: NYC, NY (3 days onsite,... ...innovative data solutions and ensure platform reliability, security, and... ...Responsibilities: Lead architecture and technical... ...patterns, primarily in Databricks. Build and maintain data...PlatformDatabricksWork experience placement
$180k - $247.5k
A leading data and AI firm is seeking a Delivery Solutions Architect to collaborate with sales and engineering teams. This role involves engaging with customers to drive the adoption of the Databricks platform, ensuring customer success through effective technical management...PlatformDatabricks- ...Data Architect We are seeking an experienced Data Architect to lead the design and implementation of our enterprise data architecture... ...warehouse in Google Cloud Platform (GCP). You will play a... ...., Tableau, Looker, AtScale, Databricks) to support self-service and...PlatformDatabricksFull timePart timeSummer workCasual workImmediate start
- ...preferred. Key Skills - Databricks, Python, LLM, AgenticAI (... ...for batch and streaming data. Define and enforce data... ...security, and compliance. Lead data strategy initiatives... ...and regulatory frameworks. Architect big data solutions across platforms like Azure Synapse, Snowflake...PlatformDatabricksFull timeContract workLocal area
- ...Job Title: Principal Data Architect - Microsoft Fabric & Data Platform City, State: New York, NY (Hybrid) Duration:... ...Vlink VLink, founded in 2006, is a leading global provider of software... ...Experience migrating from Synapse, Databricks, or traditional data platforms to...PlatformDatabricksFull time
- ...seeking an experienced Senior Data Architect with deep expertise in... ...and technical requirements. Lead data transformation initiatives... ...governance adherence across platforms. Troubleshoot performance issues... ...). Exposure to Python, Databricks, and Apache Spark. #J-18808...PlatformDatabricks
- ...Business Consulting -Solution Architect The vision of the Data &Analytics team is to help... ...data products, analytics platforms and data servicesTranslate... ...in the industry.Lead workshops, requirements gathering... ...Google, Microsoft, Snowflake, Databricks. ., Managed Lakehouse...PlatformDatabricksFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementLocal area
$148.3k - $198.8k
...Lead Data Architect At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. The Walt Disney Company is a world-class entertainment... ...advancing operational excellence. The Data Solutions & Platforms group is part of Enterprise Technology & Data. We are responsible...PlatformWork experience placement- ...Description Insight Global is hiring an Experienced Data Solutions Architect top financial services client within Equities... ...and work with engineers to model trusted data in a Databricks lakehouse, supporting platforms like DealCloud, Power Apps, and Salesforce. Ideal...PlatformDatabricks
- Databricks is seeking a Solutions Architect on the East Coast to lead pre-sales engagements for our Data Intelligence Platform. You will partner with sales to articulate business value, design distributed data solutions, and guide customers through architecture and implementation...PlatformDatabricks
- ...floor of our combined AI and Data practice. From day one you... .... Current Microsoft data platform certifications, at minimum... ...at least one of: Snowflake, Databricks, Oracle, AWS analytics... ...from this seat is toward the lead semantic architect role as the AI offerings scale...PlatformDatabricks
- Job Summary Looking for data architect (onsite) , who will lead and involve in designs and maintains the data... ...appropriate storage and cloud platforms (e.g. Snowflake, AWS, Azure, Big Query... ...and managing data analytics using Databricks in insurance domain. Proven...PlatformDatabricks
- iLink Digital is seeking a Databricks Architect (Lead Data Platform Architect) in New York, NY to design, build, and scale enterprise-grade Lakehouse data platforms. You will lead architecture strategy, platform standardization, and modernization initiatives leveraging...PlatformDatabricks
- ...experienced application Engineer and Data Architect to join our dynamic Credit... ...and Requirements Lead architecture/technical design... ...engineering patterns, primarily in Databricks Build and maintain... ...downstream applications Ensure platform reliability, observability,...PlatformDatabricksContract workWork experience placementLocal area
- iLink Digital seeks a Databricks Architect to design, build, and scale enterprise Lakehouse data platforms in a leading data-driven environment. You will drive architecture strategy, define standards, and mentor cross-functional teams across cloud platforms to deliver secure...PlatformDatabricks
- ...with at least 5+ years in a Technical Architect, Lead Data Architect, or Principal Data Engineer... ...data quality, data governance, or data platform architecture. ~ Exceptional hands-on... ...Lambda, Step Functions, S3), Azure (e.g., Databricks, Synapse Analytics, Data Lake Storage)...PlatformDatabricks
- Databricks is seeking a Solutions Architect in the Riyadh region to work with enterprise clients, championing the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform and guiding architecture and implementation discussions. The role requires travel up to 30% for customer meetings, events...PlatformDatabricks
- ...Senior Data Architect/EngineerTeamBuilder is a rapidly growing healthcare... .../ Data Architect to lead the design, development, optimization... ...of our enterprise data platform. This is a hands-on senior individual... ...Analytics and/or Azure Databricks, SQL Server and advanced SQL...PlatformDatabricksFull timeRemote work
- At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects... ...and success. As an Enterprise Data Architect, you will design and govern... ...scalable cloud-native data platforms and integration patterns for... ...using platforms like Snowflake, Databricks, or Azure Synapse. Advanced...PlatformDatabricksRemote jobLocal areaWork from homeWorldwideFlexible hours
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