Epsilon · 6 hours ago
Senior Databricks Administrator
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$98K/yr - $146K/yr
2+ years expEpsilon is a global data, technology and services company that powers the marketing and advertising ecosystem. They are seeking a Senior Databricks Administrator to support cloud Data Warehouse and Data Lake environments, optimize data processing, and enhance operational efficiency through various responsibilities including workspace setup and performance tuning.
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Responsibilities
Effectively deploy and configure Databricks workspaces to optimize data processing and analytics capabilities
Perform secure and efficient post-deployment workspace setup, including the creation of IAM policies, storage solutions, and cluster policies, to support data-driven operations
Develop robust role-based access controls using Unity Catalog to ensure secure and seamless access for administrators, data engineers, scientists, and business users
Facilitate smooth data migration from on-premises and cloud databases to Databricks, maintaining the integrity and security of all data assets
Integrate and troubleshoot third-party tools effectively, enhancing overall system connectivity and functionality
Design and implement insightful dashboards that provide users with a clear understanding of job and storage costs, driving cost-efficiency
Develop and deploy monitoring controls and dashboards that allow for comprehensive visualization of job runtime metrics, compute, and storage utilization
Automate routine administration tasks using Databricks notebooks to enhance operational efficiency and reduce manual workload
Adhere to industry standard processes for security, backup, and recovery, ensuring data catalogs' integrity
Handle data replication, retention, and archiving processes to maintain compliance and accessibility of critical data
Collaborate with application teams to optimize jobs and ensure alignment with cost-efficiency and SLA objectives
Enhance performance through collaborative Spark SQL optimization, driving improved outcomes for end users
Proactively evaluate and integrate new Databricks features to boost platform efficiency and performance
Liaison with Databricks support to steer enhancement requests and address defects, ensuring optimal system functionality
Demonstrate effective time management skills to balance multiple client engagements and consistently meet or exceed project deliverables
Contribute to planning and innovative projects, helping develop creative data solutions to achieve organizational objectives
Mentor junior administrators or other team members to share your expertise and cultivate a collaborative and growth-oriented environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related technical field, or equivalent hands-on experience
Minimum of 2 years of experience in administering the Databricks platform
3-4 years of experience in general database administration
In-depth knowledge of AWS or Azure infrastructure essential for Databricks operation
Demonstrable experience working with vendor support to resolve issues within established SLA timelines
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve issues across multiple layers, including application, database, network, and appliance
Proficient in writing and analyzing complex SQL queries to optimize performance
Capability to work independently with minimal supervision
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
Flexible time off (FTO), 15 paid holidays
Paid sick time
Parental/new child leave, childcare & elder care assistance, adoption assistance
Comprehensive health coverage
401(k)
Tuition assistance
Commuter benefits
Professional development
Employee recognition
Charitable donation matching
Health coaching and counseling
Company
Epsilon
Epsilon is an all-encompassing global marketing company, a leader in creating connections between people and brands.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Myron Sojka
CTO
Lakshmana Gnanapragasam
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