Azure Data Engineer (Databricks)
Location: London (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Technology & Engineering | Type: Permanent
Build next-gen data pipelines that power tomorrow’s financial services
The Role
As an Azure Data Engineer (Databricks) at Capco, you'll design and implement robust data solutions leveraging Databricks and the Azure ecosystem. You'll work on high-impact digital transformation projects for Tier 1 financial institutions, building scalable, secure, and event-driven pipelines that support analytics and business intelligence. You’ll contribute to data lakehouse design and architecture, and help modernise client data estates across cloud and hybrid environments.
What You’ll Do
Design, develop, and deploy data pipelines using Databricks, DeltaLake, and Spark Structured Streaming
Apply modern software engineering practices to build production-grade data solutions
Develop streaming architectures with Kafka, Event Hubs, and Azure native services
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape data models and warehouse solutions
Ensure compliance with data governance and security standards including GDPR and PII handling
What We’re Looking For
Hands-on expertise with Databricks platform, including Unity Catalog and orchestration
Strong experience with PySpark, Python libraries, and distributed data processing
Deep knowledge of SQL and understanding of ELT/ETL, schema design, and data lakehouse principles
Proven ability to develop CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions
Background in building end-to-end data pipelines from ingestion to serving
Bonus Points For
Development experience in Scala or Java
Understanding of cloud data architectures and data warehousing tools
Familiarity with data security protocols and privacy compliance
Exposure to Cloudera, HDFS, HIVE, and other Big Data platforms
Willingness to learn and adopt emerging data technologies
Why Join Capco
Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture
Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.
Benefits
We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:
- Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.
- Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders.
- Family-Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.
- Family Care: 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.
- Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.
- Continuous Learning: Your growth, your way - minimum 40 hours of training annually. Take your pick; workshops, certifications, e-learning. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development.
- Healthcare Access: Convenient online GP services.
- Extra Perks: Gympass(Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.
Inclusion at Capco We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.
