Data Engineer - Databricks

Data EngineerThis position is Hybrid in Tampa, FL.We are seeking a Data Engineer with strong Databricks expertise to modernize and scale our Business Intelligence (BI) capabilities. This role will design and build data pipelines, deploy machine learning solutions, and operationalize intelligent analytics to drive decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate blends data engineering best practices with applied machine learning, MLOps, and AI.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Responsibility: End-to-end data pipelines and integrationsTechnical Competencies:Advanced SQL optimization and complex query designKafka streaming applications and connector developmentDatabricks workflow development with medallion architectureData governance implementation and compliancePerformance tuning for large-scale data processingData security and privacy best practicesApache NiFi pipeline development for invoice and PO processingIntegration with purpose-built data stores (Druid, MongoDB, OpenSearch, Postgres)Build and maintain end-to-end ML pipelines for training, deployment, and monitoring of models.Design and optimize data architectures for large-scale ML workloadsExplore and implement LLM-based solutions, RAG architectures, and generative AI for business use cases.Soft Skills:Cross-functional collaboration with product and engineering teamsTechnical mentoring for junior data engineersAnalytical thinking for complex data problemsStakeholder communication for data requirementsProcess improvement and efficiency focusQuality mindset for data accuracy and reliability Vendor Management:Direct communication with data platform vendorsEvaluates vendor tools for specific data use casesProvides technical feedback on vendor product roadmapsCoordinates with vendors for data integration projectsQualifications:Bachelor's/Master's in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Statistics, or related field.5+ years in data engineering; 2+ years applying ML in production.Our Benefits:Hybrid WorkEmployer Matched 401KCompany Paid Medical Insurance Option for Employee and Dependent ChildrenCompany Paid Dental Insurance for EmployeeCompany Paid Vision Insurance for EmployeeCompany Paid Long and Short-Term DisabilityCompany Paid Life and AD&D Insurance18 Paid Vacation Days a YearSix Paid HolidaysEmployee Recognition ProgramsHoliday BonusIncentive CompensationCommunity Outreach OpportunitiesBusiness Casual Dress CodeAbout Fintech:Fintech, a pioneering accounts payable (AP) automation solutions provider, has dedicated nearly 35 years to automating invoice processing between retail and hospitality businesses, and their supply chain partners. Backed by leading investors TA Associates and General Atlantic, it stands as a leader in this sector. Its flagship product, PaymentSource®, was first built for the alcohol industry to provide invoice payment automation between alcohol distributors and their customers across all 50 states. Today, it is utilized by over 267,000 businesses nationwide for invoice payment and collection associated with all B2B business transactions. This proven platform automates invoice payment, streamlines payment collection, and facilitates comprehensive data capture for over 1.1 million business relationships. Recognizing operational hurdles, Fintech expanded its payment capabilities to include scan-based trading/consignment selling for its vendors and retailers and built an advanced CRM tool with functionality to fortify vendor, supplier, and distributor field execution, addressing diverse profit center challenges.Fintech is a Drug-Free Workplace. Fintech is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Fintech's management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment. We E-Verify.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.