DevOps Engineer

We are looking for a DevOps Engineer with strong Azure and Databricks expertise to join a large-scale data platform project for a leading European energy company.

The role is focused on ensuring the reliable operation, deployment, and continuous improvement of a Databricks-based data quality platform used by multiple German distribution system operators.

What you’ll do

Platform Operations

• Ensure stable and reliable operation of the Databricks-based platform.
• Monitor data quality measurement runs and platform infrastructure.
• Investigate and resolve failed runs as part of 2nd/3rd level support.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement sustainable fixes.
• Troubleshoot production issues and improve platform reliability.

CI/CD & Deployment

• Maintain GitLab repositories and deployment workflows.
• Build, maintain, and continuously improve CI/CD pipelines.
• Automate deployment and operational processes.
• Manage the lifecycle of data quality rules, including staging, release, and decommissioning.
• Ensure controlled and reliable rollouts of new rules and platform features.

Azure & Databricks

• Work with Azure-based data infrastructure and Databricks.
• Support the integration of new data sources, including connectivity, access, and permissions.
• Collaborate with data and platform teams on technical integration topics.
• Contribute to improving the platform architecture and operational setup.

Documentation & Collaboration

• Maintain technical and operational documentation.
• Work closely with platform teams, including Data & AI teams.
• Provide technical guidance on platform operations and integrations.
• Help establish and improve operational processes, support procedures, and deployment standards.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in DevOps / Cloud Engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure.
• Solid experience with Azure Databricks in production environments.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD and deployment automation.
• Hands-on experience with GitLab CI/CD or similar tools.
• Experience with infrastructure and platform monitoring.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Experience supporting production data platforms or data engineering environments.
• Good understanding of cloud security, access management, connectivity, and permissions.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with multiple technical teams.
• Good technical documentation and communication skills.
• English — Upper-Intermediate or higher.

Nice to have

• Experience with SQL and data platforms.
• Experience with Power BI.
• Experience with enterprise data quality platforms.
• Experience with Data Governance / Data Management environments.
• Experience working with large enterprise organizations.
• Knowledge of German is a plus.

What we offer

• Fully remote work.
• Long-term project with a large European enterprise.
• Opportunity to work with Azure Databricks and modern data platform technologies.
• Challenging environment focused on building reliable and scalable data operations.
• Collaboration with experienced international engineering and data teams.

Hiring Process

1. Recruiter interview
2. Technical interview
3. Final client interview

Work format: Remote
Engagement: B2B / contractor
Location: Remote / EU only