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Technical Leader – Data Architecture & AI (Databricks)

Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added 5 days ago (last checked 12 Oct)

Inetum

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Overview

Work mode: Hybrid, Madrid
Contract: Permanent contract, full-time hours
Experience: 7+ years
Benefits: Flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

7+ years in the data field, of which at least 4 leading technical teams with direct responsibility for people and delivery.
Demonstrable experience as a data solutions architect in enterprise environments (banking, industry, energy, telco, or public sector).
Experience in consulting or professional services: client management, pre-sales, and working with technology partners.
Proficiency in PySpark, SQL, and Python; orchestration (Airflow, Databricks Workflows) and CI/CD for data.
Data governance: catalogs, quality, lineage, and data contracts.
Cloud architectures in Azure and/or AWS
Executive communication: ability to structure and defend architecture decisions before management committees.
Structured thinking, results orientation, and autonomy in managing multiple simultaneous projects.

Nice to have

Recent experience in generative AI and agentic architectures is highly valued.
Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional (or Associate with a demonstrable track record).
Additionally valued: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Solutions Architect, or data governance certifications (DAMA/CDMP).

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Technical leadership role in a growing practice, with direct access to the innovation roadmap and the Databricks partnership ecosystem.
Funded certification plan and dedicated time for training and innovation.
Hybrid work model and a competitive compensation package according to experience.

The role

We are looking for a Technical Leader who combines technical team leadership with deep expertise in Data & AI architecture on Databricks. You will act as the technical reference for the Data & AI practice, lead delivery teams in data platform projects, govern architecture decisions for strategic clients, and support technical pre-sales in Databricks ecosystem opportunities. You will report to the Data Platform Director.

What you'll do

Lead multidisciplinary teams of data engineers and architects, including capacity planning, delivery monitoring, and performance management.
Develop talent: technical mentoring, definition of career plans, and team certification on the Databricks platform.
Manage the technical relationship with the client at a management level: steering committees, escalations, and expectation management.
Define and validate end-to-end lakehouse architectures: ingestion, modeling (medallion), data governance, semantic layer, and analytical/AI activation.
Design generative and agentic AI solutions on governed data (RAG, agents, MLOps/LLMOps), ensuring traceability, quality, and regulatory compliance.
Establish technical standards, reusable frameworks, and accelerators for the practice.
Act as the practice's leading Databricks expert: Unity Catalog, Delta Lake, Delta Live Tables / Lakeflow, Databricks SQL, Mosaic AI, governance, and platform FinOps.
Lead migrations to Databricks from legacy platforms (SAS, Teradata, SAP BW, Hadoop) and greenfield projects on Azure/AWS.
Collaborate with the Databricks partner ecosystem: technical support for pre-sales opportunities, PoCs, workshops, and RFP responses.
Contribute to technical proposals and effort estimations in practice opportunities.
Participate in internal innovation initiatives (proprietary frameworks, accelerators, company IP).

About Inetum

Inetum is a global digital services and consulting company that provides technology solutions to businesses and public sector organizations. With a workforce of over 27,000 employees across more than 26 countries, the company specializes in areas such as cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, application development, and digital transformation services. Inetum operates across various industries, including finance, healthcare, energy, and public administration, offering end-to-end IT services from consulting to managed operations.

In Spain, Inetum has a significant presence with multiple offices and a large team of IT professionals. The company is known for its collaborative work culture and focus on innovation, making it an attractive employer for international tech talent. Inetum actively hires for roles in software development, SAP consulting, Salesforce, and infrastructure management, offering opportunities for career growth and exposure to large-scale projects. For international professionals, Inetum provides a multicultural environment and the chance to work on diverse, high-impact initiatives across Europe and beyond.

Founded: 2000
Employees: 20,000–30,000
Headquarters: Paris, France
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona
Website: inetum.com

Good to know if you are moving

Inetum has a large presence in Spain with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, and other cities, offering numerous opportunities for IT professionals.
The company works on international projects, providing exposure to global clients and cross-border teams.
Inetum offers roles in high-demand areas such as SAP, Salesforce, DevOps, and cybersecurity, which are valuable for career advancement.
The company provides a multicultural work environment, with employees from various nationalities and backgrounds.
Inetum supports professional development through training and certification programs, helping employees stay current with emerging technologies.

In their own words

About the company & team

Inetum is a European leader in digital services. Our team of 28,000 consultants and specialists strives every day to make a digital impact for businesses, public sector entities, and society. Inetum's solutions aim to contribute to the performance and innovation of its clients, as well as to the common good.

Present in 19 countries with a dense network of centers, Inetum partners with leading software manufacturers to tackle the challenges of digital transformation with proximity and flexibility.

Additional information

✨What can we offer you?:

You will be part of a great team of professionals with curiosity and motivation for development and programming.
22 vacation days + 2 personal days.
Training provided by the company so that you can continue to develop and promote within the career plan that exists for you.
You will be able to attend relevant industry events and conferences.
Permanent contract.
Stability and a good working environment.
Competitive Salary.
Access to company group benefits
Flexible compensation and more benefits.

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