Devops Engineer - Databricks

Job Description ·      We are looking for an experienced Databricks Infrastructure & DevOps Engineer to manage, optimize, and secure enterprise Databricks environments hosted on AWS. ·      The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in cloud infrastructure, DevOps automation, CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and security governance within highly regulated environments. Key Responsibilities ·      Infrastructure & Platform Management Design, deploy, and administer Databricks workspaces and clusters on AWS. ·      Build and manage cloud infrastructure using Terraform and Databricks Asset Bundles (DAB). ·      Configure and optimize AWS services including S3, IAM, VPC, Security Groups, and networking. ·      Monitor platform performance, availability, scalability, and reliability. Manage secrets, encryption keys, and platform security configurations. ·      Implement backup, retention, and disaster recovery strategies. DevOps & CI/CD Design, develop, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for Databricks deployments. ·      Manage source control and automated deployments using GitLab. ·      Implement code quality and security scanning using SonarQube, Fortify on Demand (FOD), Nexus IQ, and CloudSCAPE. ·      Automate infrastructure provisioning and application deployment. ·      Support release management and deployment automation across environments. ·      Security & Compliance Ensure compliance with government security frameworks and data governance standards. ·      Support vulnerability assessments, penetration testing (VAPT), and remediation activities. ·      Manage identity and access controls through Central Accounts Management (CAM). Implement security monitoring, vulnerability management, audit logging, and compliance reporting. ·      Coordinate security testing, System Security Acceptance Testing (SSAT), and regulatory compliance activities. ·      Collaboration & Support Collaborate with Data Engineers, Data Analysts, Cloud Architects, and Security teams to support enterprise data platforms. ·      Support multiple Databricks environments and data pipelines. ·      Provide technical guidance on infrastructure, deployment automation, and platform optimization. ·      Maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and knowledge-sharing materials. ·      Support environment provisioning, onboarding, and training activities. Required Qualifications ·      Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline. ·       Minimum 3 years of experience in DevOps, Cloud Infrastructure, or Platform Engineering. ·      Hands-on experience administering the Databricks platform. ·      Strong experience with AWS Cloud services. ·      Proficiency in Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). ·       Experience designing and managing GitLab CI/CD pipelines. ·      Strong scripting skills using Python, Bash, or PowerShell. ·      Experience implementing security best practices in enterprise cloud environments. ·      Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. ·      Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. ·      Technical Skills Databricks Administration AWS Cloud (S3, IAM, VPC, Security Groups) Terraform Databricks Asset Bundles (DAB) GitLab CI/CD SonarQube Fortify on Demand (FOD) Nexus IQ CloudSCAPE Python / Bash / PowerShell Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Security Monitoring & Compliance Vulnerability ·      Management Containerization & Orchestration Preferred Qualifications ·      Experience working in Government Cloud (GCC) or highly regulated environments. ·      Knowledge of government security standards, data classification, and compliance frameworks. ·      Experience supporting enterprise data platforms and Databricks environments. ·      Familiarity with SSAT, VAPT, PDPIA, and security governance processes. ·      Preferred Certifications-Databricks Certified Associate (or higher) AWS Certified DevOps Engineer AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Preferred)