Senior Data Engineer (Databricks & Cloud Analytics)
Salt Lake, UT - USA
Job Summary
Are you passionate about building modern data platforms that enable organizations to make smarter faster decisions Do you thrive on solving complex engineering challenges using cloud technologies big data frameworks and modern analytics platforms
CGI is seeking an experienced **Senior Data Engineer (Databricks & Cloud Analytics)** to join our growing team in **Salt Lake City UT**. In this role you will partner with solution architects business analysts data scientists and client stakeholders to design develop and support enterprise-scale data solutions that power mission-critical business initiatives for commercial and public sector clients.
As a trusted technical consultant youll leverage technologies including **Databricks Apache Spark (PySpark) Azure Data Factory Azure Data Lake Kafka Python SQL Scala and cloud-native services** to build high-performance data pipelines modern integrations and scalable analytics platforms.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys combining technical expertise with business problem-solving while working in a collaborative Agile environment focused on innovation quality and continuous improvement.
This position is based onsite at a client location in the **Salt Lake City UT** area.
Why CGI
Joining CGI means becoming part of one of the worlds largest IT and business consulting firms where innovation collaboration and professional growth are at the core of everything we do.
At CGI youll enjoy:
* Working on challenging enterprise and public sector projects that create meaningful impact.
* Opportunities to leverage cutting-edge cloud analytics AI and big data technologies.
* A collaborative culture focused on mentorship innovation and continuous improvement.
* Access to ongoing professional development technical training and certification opportunities.
* Career growth supported by one of the worlds most respected IT consulting organizations.
* A team environment where your expertise helps shape the future of digital transformation for our clients.
**Ready to build the next generation of enterprise data platforms**
If youre passionate about designing scalable cloud data solutions solving complex engineering challenges and delivering innovative analytics capabilities that drive business outcomes we encourage you to apply and join CGIs Data & Analytics team.
As a Senior Data Engineer you will play a critical role in designing implementing and supporting secure scalable and high-performing enterprise data platforms.
Responsibilities include:
* Design develop test deploy and maintain enterprise data engineering solutions using modern cloud and big data technologies.
* Design and implement scalable ETL/ELT pipelines utilizing **Databricks Apache Spark (PySpark) Delta Lake and Azure Data Factory**.
* Build high-performance data ingestion transformation and integration frameworks supporting enterprise analytics and reporting.
* Develop optimize and maintain complex SQL queries stored procedures and data transformation processes.
* Design and implement scalable data models supporting business intelligence analytics and AI initiatives.
* Build and integrate RESTful APIs event-driven architectures and legacy SOAP services to facilitate seamless enterprise data exchange.
* Develop and maintain streaming and messaging solutions using **Apache Kafka**.
* Monitor troubleshoot and optimize production data pipelines while performing root cause analysis and implementing long-term solutions.
* Implement data quality governance security and performance best practices across enterprise platforms.
* Manage source code using Git while following CI/CD and enterprise DevOps best practices.
* Collaborate with Solution Architects Product Owners Business Analysts and cross-functional engineering teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
* Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning backlog refinement architecture discussions code reviews and retrospectives.
* Create technical documentation deployment artifacts testing documentation and operational runbooks.
* Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering standards best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
Were looking for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges while delivering modern cloud-based data solutions.
* Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems Engineering or a related technical discipline (or equivalent professional experience)
* 6 years** of experience designing developing and supporting enterprise data platforms cloud analytics solutions or large-scale data engineering initiatives
Strong hands-on experience with:
* Databricks
* Apache Spark (PySpark)
* Python
* SQL
* Scala
Experience working with the Databricks ecosystem including:
* Databricks Workspaces
* Delta Lake
* Unity Catalog
* Delta Live Tables (DLT)
* Databricks SQL
* MLflow
* Databricks Jobs
* Strong SQL development experience including query optimization and performance tuning
* Experience designing and implementing ETL/ELT solutions using Azure Data Factory or comparable cloud integration platforms
* Experience with Apache Kafka or other event streaming technologies
* Experience integrating enterprise applications using REST APIs JSON XML and SOAP web services
* Experience with Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS Gen2) or comparable cloud storage platforms
* Experience using Git for source code management and collaborative software development
* Experience working within Linux environments including shell scripting and command-line utilities
* Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform is preferred
* Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps GitHub Actions or similar DevOps platforms is preferred
* Strong analytical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
* Experience working in Agile environments utilizing Scrum Kanban or SAFe methodologies
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality solutions
* Proven ability to work independently while mentoring teammates and contributing to technical leadership
Desired Skills:
The ideal candidate will also possess experience with one or more of the following:
* Microsoft Azure cloud services
* Azure Synapse Analytics
* Microsoft Fabric
* Power BI
* Data governance and metadata management
* DataOps and MLOps practices
* Enterprise data warehousing
* Master Data Management (MDM)
* Financial services or public sector data environments
Communication & Collaboration
Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to:
* Clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Collaborate effectively with architects developers business analysts product owners and client stakeholders.
* Build trusted relationships across cross-functional teams while delivering innovative high-quality solutions.
* Foster a culture of knowledge sharing continuous learning and engineering excellence.
Other Information:
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set level experience relevant training and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $79600.00 $139300.00.
CGIs benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation holidays and sick time
. Paid parental leave
.Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well being programs
#LI-RS2
- Apache Kafka
- Databricks
- GIT
- Linux
- Python
- SOAP
- SQL
Together as owners lets turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership teamwork respect and belonging. Here youll reach your full potential because
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas embrace new opportunities and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race ethnicity ancestry color sex religion creed age national origin citizenship status disability pregnancy medical condition military and veteran status marital status sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation gender gender identity and gender expression familial status or responsibilities reproductive health decisions political affiliation genetic information height weight or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal state and/or local laws where we do business.
CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S. please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at . You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned.
We make it easy to translate military experience and skills! Click here to be directed to our site that is dedicated to veterans and transitioning service members.
All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements and in accordance with applicable laws some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.
CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with CGIs legal duty to furnish information.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
The COMPANY is one of the few end-to-end consulting firms with the scale, reach, capabilities and commitment to meet clients’ enterprise digital transformation needs. Our 77,500 consultants and professionals work side-by-side with clients in 10 industries across more than 400 location ... View more