Senior Data Engineer / Backend Developer (Databricks & PySpark) (Karnataka)

Senior Data Engineer / Backend Developer (Databricks & PySpark) (Karnataka)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Engineer / Backend Developer with strong hands-on expertise in Databricks, PySpark, SQL, and backend development. This role requires close collaboration with architects, technical leads, business analysts, and testing teams while supporting production systems in a fast-paced workplace. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, cost-conscious, and able to quickly adapt to new technologies.

Essential Job Functions

- Develop, enhance, and maintain data-driven applications using Databricks, PySpark, SQL, and backend technologies
- Understand end-to-end system architecture and support operations with monitoring, dashboards, and observability
- Collaborate with architects and technical leads on solution design and implementation
- Continuously monitor and optimize system cost, scalability, and performance
- Work closely with Business Analysts (BA) to understand and implement integration requirements
- Partner with TCOE/testing teams to define test scenarios and support testing activities
- Troubleshoot performance issues, production defects, and functional problems
- Document key technical decisions, designs, and implementation details
- Handle fast-paced projects and actively support production issues when required
- Act as a self-driven learner,



quickly adopting new tools and technologies
- Maintain prompt and clear communication with all stakeholders

Other Responsibilities

- Document and maintain project artifacts and technical documentation
- Follow industry standards, methodologies, and best practices
- Safeguard company assets and comply with organizational security and compliance policies
- Promptly report any known or suspected loss, theft, or unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information
- Maintain a strong focus on customer service, efficiency, quality, and growth
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional team members
- Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

- Minimum 5 years of IT development experience
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
- Proven experience in:
- Designing technical solutions
- Performing code reviews
- Mentoring junior engineers
- Strong SQL and backend development experience
- Experience working on data-driven and large-scale systems
- Team-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills

Required Technical Skills

- Python / PySpark
- SQL / PL-SQL
- Databricks
- Java and/or C#

Preferred Skills

- Azure Cloud Platform
- Kafka
- Azure Data Factory
- Node.js

📌 Senior Data Engineer / Backend Developer (Databricks & PySpark) (Karnataka)
🏢 JRD Systems
📍 Karnataka