Textron · 11 hours ago
Senior Data Engineer/Architect
Hunt Valley, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$110K/yr - $168K/yr
5+ years expTextron Systems is part of Textron, a multi-industry company that specializes in aerospace and defense, among other sectors. They are seeking a Senior Data Engineer/Architect with expertise in architecting and delivering modern data platforms, particularly using Azure Databricks and Delta Lake, to support advanced analytics and machine learning workloads.
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Responsibilities
Design, develop, and implement large-scale data processing systems and solutions using Azure Databricks
Architect and build Medallion Architecture layers (Bronze, Silver, Gold) to ensure efficient data pipeline processing from raw data to cleaned and enriched datasets
Build ACID-compliant pipelines leveraging Delta Lake features such as transaction logs, schema enforcement, time travel, and versioning
Develop and optimize ELT (Extract, Load, Transact) processes using Databricks and other Azure services to support data warehousing, analytics, and reporting requirements
Create data architectures that support AI and machine learning cases, including feature engineering pipelines, large-scale data preprocessing, and high-performance data retrieval for model training inference
Apply data modeling best practices including Kimball vs Inmon methodologies, 3NF normalization, denormalization, dimensional modeling, and hybrid lakehouse patterns
Architect solutions that support both OLTP and OLAP workloads with appropriate storage, compute, and performance strategies
Develop logical and physical data models that scale for BI, analytics, predictive modeling, and ML training pipelines
Apply principles such as normalization/denormalization, partitioning, indexing, constraints, and schema design to enable optimized data processing
Conduct query tuning using execution plans, join optimization, Spark performance tuning, caching strategies, and workload segregation
Review, optimize, and design complex transformations, including nested functions, window functions, CTEs, and ML feature creation logic
Implement end-to-end data governance including metadata management, data quality, lineage, and documentation
Apply security best practices including schema-based security, ACLs, role-based access control, and integration with Azure AD and Key Vault
Ensure reliability, auditability, and recoverability across all layers of the lakehouse platform
Monitor data pipelines and implement error handling, logging, and alerting mechanisms to ensure data quality and reliability
Partner with data science, analytics, business, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality datasets for BI, ML, and AI solutions
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior data engineers and team members
Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
Provide documentation and training for end-users and team members to ensure seamless adoption and usage of data solutions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
5 years of experience in data engineering, data architecture, or enterprise analytics platform development
Extensive hands-on experience with Azure Databricks, including building and managing data pipelines
Strong expertise in Medallion Architecture development, including the creation and optimization of Bronze, Silver, and Gold layers
Proficiency in SQL, Python, PySpark, and other data processing/ETL languages and frameworks
Experience with Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure Data Factory, and other related Azure services
Familiarity with data warehousing concepts and technologies such as Azure Synapse Analytics
Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance best practices
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and in a team environment
Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices (DevOps, GitHub Actions, Terraform)
Preferred
Experience with Oracle EBS data structures preferred but not required
Certification in Azure Data Engineering or Azure Solutions Architecture is a plus
Benefits
Flexible Work Schedules
Education Assistance
Career Development & Training Opportunities
Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
Paid Parental Leave
Company
Textron
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$1B2025-10-16Post Ipo Debt· $1B
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Leadership Team
Jörg Rautenstrauch
President and CEO Industrial Segment and Kautex
Scott Donnelly
President and chief operating officer
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