Azure & Databricks Lakehouse Principal Consultant

Simpson Associates; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in the UK is seeking a Microsoft Azure and Databricks Principal Consultant to spearhead innovative data and analytics solutions. This role focuses on modern lakehouse architectures and involves leading solution delivery, mentoring technical teams, and advising clients. Ideal candidates have deep expertise in Databricks and Microsoft Fabric, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. The consultancy fosters innovation, offering a competitive working environment, with locations in York and Sheffield.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in modern lakehouse architectures.
• Proven experience in solution architecture for enterprise-scale data and analytics engagements.
• Strong knowledge of data engineering and integration patterns.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate complex concepts.
• Collaborative mindset and passion for innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of data and analytics platforms.
• Define coding standards and enforce CI/CD practices.
• Architect secure lakehouse architectures.
• Provide technical mentoring and guidance.
• Act as a strategic technical advisor to clients.

Skills

Modern lakehouse architectures

Databricks

Microsoft Fabric

Data engineering

Software engineering principles

DevOps

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Tools

Python

SQL

Spark

Job description

A leading technology consultancy in the UK is seeking a Microsoft Azure and Databricks Principal Consultant to spearhead innovative data and analytics solutions. This role focuses on modern lakehouse architectures and involves leading solution delivery, mentoring technical teams, and advising clients. Ideal candidates have deep expertise in Databricks and Microsoft Fabric, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. The consultancy fosters innovation, offering a competitive working environment, with locations in York and Sheffield.