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Principal Azure Data Engineer (Databricks)

Capco
City of London
6 days ago
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UK - London

Location: London (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Technology & Engineering | Type: Permanent

Lead the architecture of data platforms driving the future of financial services

The Role

As a Principal Azure Data Engineer (Databricks) at Capco, you'll architect and lead the delivery of enterprise-grade data solutions using the Databricks platform within the Azure ecosystem. You'll drive the design and implementation of streaming and batch data pipelines, helping our clients to modernise their data capabilities. Working with cross-functional teams, you’ll guide clients on best practices and technical strategy, ensuring quality and security standards are maintained across deployments.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the end-to-end delivery of Databricks-based solutions across Azure environments
  • Architect secure and scalable pipelines using DeltaLake, Spark Structured Streaming, and Unity Catalog
  • Develop and enforce engineering best practices across the data lifecycle
  • Engage with clients to define solution strategies and data governance frameworks
  • Mentor engineering teams and contribute to internal capability development initiatives

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience with the Databricks platform, including Unity Catalog, DeltaLake, and orchestration
  • Expertise in Python, PySpark, and distributed data processing frameworks
  • Extensive background in CI/CD pipeline development with tools like Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions
  • In-depth understanding of data lakehouse principles, data modelling, and GDPR-compliant design
  • Experience building robust, production-grade data pipelines from ingestion through to serving

Bonus Points For

  • Strong client-facing and commercial skills to support pre-sales and RFP engagements
  • Background in coaching and mentoring engineering teams
  • Development experience with Scala or Java
  • Exposure to PII and sensitive data handling, and regulatory frameworks like GDPR
  • Active contribution to Capco thought leadership and internal initiatives

Why Join Capco

  • Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
  • Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture
  • Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
  • Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
  • Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.

We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

  • Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.
  • Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders.
  • Family-Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.
  • Family Care: 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.
  • Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.
  • Continuous Learning: Your growth, your way - minimum 40 hours of training annually. Take your pick; workshops, certifications, e-learning. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development.
  • Extra Perks: Gympass(Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.

Inclusion at Capco We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.

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