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Senior Data Engineer (Databricks)

Remote, Madrid·Added 2 days ago

knowmad mood

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Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Per the ad.

  • Fully remote

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    knowmad mood doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

✅Permanent contract

✅Internal training and access to certifications. Check our calendar here:

https://www.knowmadmood.com/en/talent/training

✅Flexible compensation plan (health insurance, transport, childcare vouchers, restaurant cards)

✅Brand ambassador program through our referral plan

Refer your friends and earn extra rewards!

✅Events, meetups, techdays, talks... and much more!

✅ 26 days of annual leave (22 vacation days, 2 personal days, and 24 and 31 December as company holidays by default)

✅ Working hours: 8:30 to 18:00 (Monday to Thursday) and 8:00 to 15:00 on Fridays, with an intensive summer schedule from July to August from 8:00 to 15:00.

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Requirements

What we're looking for

  • More than 5 years of hands-on experience in Data Engineering and Big Data environments.

  • Extensive experience in Databricks and Apache Spark (PySpark).

  • Experience in the design and implementation of data solutions on Microsoft Azure.

  • Solid knowledge of SQL and Python, applying clean code and object-oriented programming principles.

  • Experience working with streaming technologies such as Azure Event Hubs and Kafka.

  • Solid knowledge of dimensional modeling and Data Warehouse design principles.

  • Experience in building scalable, reliable, and maintainable cloud-native data platforms.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and guide teams without having direct responsibility for project delivery.

  • Proactive profile, solution-oriented and focused on continuous improvement.

  • Advanced English.

Nice to have

We value:

  • Experience with Databricks Lakehouse architecture.

  • Experience with Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, and Databricks Workflows.

  • Experience in the implementation of Data Governance and DataOps practices.

  • Having one or more Databricks certifications, such as:

  • Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate.

  • Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional.

The role

What you'll do

  • Design and develop scalable cloud-based data architectures, with a strong focus on performance, security, reliability, and cost optimization.

  • Lead the implementation of data engineering best practices using Databricks, Apache Spark, and modern data platform technologies.

  • Develop reusable data ingestion frameworks and reference patterns to integrate information from corporate applications, APIs, streaming platforms, and external data sources.

  • Build, maintain, and optimize data pipelines, platform services, and reference implementations within the data ecosystem.

  • Provide technical guidance and mentor portfolio teams on ETL/ELT processes, data engineering standards, and platform capabilities.

  • Implement data governance practices, data cataloging, and data quality monitoring to ensure reliable and correctly documented datasets.

  • Collaborate closely with Data Architects, Data Scientists, Analysts, and business areas to transform business requirements into scalable technical solutions.

  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of data platform capabilities, development standards, and operational excellence practices.

How you'll work

✅Remote.

About knowmad mood

knowmad mood is an IT consulting and technology services company based in Madrid, Spain, specializing in digital transformation, cloud infrastructure, data engineering, cybersecurity, and enterprise software development. With a strong focus on emerging technologies like AI, automation, and DevOps, the company serves clients across sectors including insurance, retail, and manufacturing, offering both project-based consulting and managed services. They operate with a distributed team model, supporting remote and hybrid work across Spain.

For international professionals, knowmad mood offers a dynamic and flexible work environment with many roles available as 100% remote or hybrid positions across Spain, including in Madrid, Barcelona, and Palma de Mallorca. The company emphasizes continuous learning and innovation, making it an attractive option for tech talent looking to work on modern stacks like Java, Kubernetes, Azure, GCP, and AI platforms. While the company is Spanish-founded, its client base and project scope often require English proficiency, providing opportunities for non-Spanish speakers to integrate.

Industry
IT Consulting
Founded
2010
Employees
500–1,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca

Good to know if you are moving

  • Many roles are offered as 100% remote within Spain, providing flexibility for international hires to live anywhere in the country.
  • The company has offices in Madrid, Barcelona, and Palma de Mallorca, offering options for hybrid work in major Spanish cities.
  • English proficiency is required for many positions, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
  • knowmad mood focuses on modern technologies like Java, Kubernetes, Azure, GCP, and AI, offering opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects.
  • The company supports professional development with a strong emphasis on certifications and continuous learning.

In their own words

About the company & team

We are knowmad mood!

We are a leading company in digital transformation, constantly evolving and at the forefront of technology. We were born to drive real change through innovation and sustainable development, with the mission of delivering value to our clients and empowering our talent.

Made up of more than 3,000 creative, digital, and innovative people connected by a shared purpose and capable of building connections with people around the world. A responsible, flexible team with a high capacity to adapt to the needs of our clients and the market, while delivering value, vision, creativity, expertise, professionalism, and passion for technology in every project.

The values that guide our path and lead us toward excellence are collaboration, innovation, commitment, fun, and trust.

Additional information

At knowmad mood, we are committed to equal opportunities and respect for diversity. We apply our Equality Plan and the principle of non-discrimination in all our recruitment processes.

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