Ultra Tendency is a global Data & AI consultancy with teams across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. As we continue to expand our presence across Europe, we are looking for a Senior Data Engineer – Databricks to join our growing team and contribute to the development of scalable data platforms for international clients.
In this role, you will work closely with data engineers, data scientists, architects, and business stakeholders to design and implement robust data solutions using modern cloud and data technologies.
We offer a competitive compensation package aligned with Portuguese market standards, based on experience, location, and qualifications.
Your Responsibilities- Design, implement, and maintain scalable data pipelines on the Databricks Lakehouse Platform using technologies such as Apache Spark and Delta Lake.
- Develop and optimize batch and streaming data workflows that support analytics, machine learning, and business intelligence use cases.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business and data requirements into reliable, production-ready solutions.
- Improve the performance, scalability, and cost efficiency of data processing workloads within Databricks environments.
- Support the implementation of best practices for data quality, governance, security, and compliance.
- Contribute to architectural discussions and help shape modern data platform strategies for clients.
- Mentor and support junior engineers while fostering knowledge sharing across the team.
- Strong hands-on experience with Databricks and Apache Spark (PySpark, SQL, and/or Scala).
- Experience building and operating cloud-based data platforms on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Solid understanding of distributed data processing, data modeling, data warehousing, and performance optimization.
- Experience with CI/CD practices and version control systems such as Git.
- Familiarity with orchestration frameworks such as Airflow, Azure Data Factory, or Databricks Workflows.
- Experience working in agile and cross-functional environments.
- Strong communication skills in English, Portuguese is a plus.
- A collaborative mindset and passion for building reliable, scalable, and maintainable data solutions.
- Work with leading enterprise customers across Europe.
- Be part of a rapidly growing Data & AI consultancy.
- Access to cutting-edge technologies in Data Engineering, Analytics, AI, and GenAI.
- Opportunity to shape and expand Ultra Tendency's Databricks practice.
- Continuous learning and certification support.
- Flexible and remote-friendly working environment.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Collaborative, entrepreneurial, and international culture.
Applicants must currently reside in Portugal and possess the legal right to work in the country. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide relocation assistance or visa sponsorship for this position.
Interested?We would love to hear from you. Apply today or reach out to learn more about the role, our team, and the exciting projects you'll have the opportunity to work on.
Ultra Tendency is an international Data Engineering consultancy specializing in Big Data, Cloud, Streaming, IIoT, and Microservices. Since 2010, we have helped leading organizations—including the European Central Bank, Deutsche Telekom, and Europe’s largest automotive manufacturer—build and operate large-scale, data-driven platforms.
With 8 offices across 10 countries and a growing global team, we combine deep technical expertise with a strong commitment to open source. Our consultants actively contribute to projects such as Apache Kafka, Apache NiFi, Terraform, and Ansible, and we are a trusted Databricks partner.
At Ultra Tendency, you'll work on challenging projects that push the boundaries of Data and AI while collaborating with talented colleagues in a culture built on learning, knowledge sharing, and mutual support.
We evaluate candidates based on skills, experience, and business fit, and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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Skills Required
- Strong hands-on experience with Databricks and Apache Spark, including PySpark, SQL, and/or Scala
- Experience building and operating cloud-based data platforms on AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Understanding of distributed data processing, data modeling, data warehousing, and performance optimization
- Experience with CI/CD practices and version control systems such as Git
- Familiarity with orchestration frameworks such as Airflow, Azure Data Factory, or Databricks Workflows
- Experience working in agile and cross-functional environments
- Strong English communication skills
- Portuguese language skills
- Applicants must currently reside in Portugal
- Legal right to work in Portugal
What We Do
Ultra Tendency is an international Data & AI consultancy that helps organizations design, build, and operate large-scale, data-driven platforms. Its expertise spans data engineering, big data, cloud, streaming, industrial IoT, microservices, analytics, AI, and generative AI. The company works with enterprise customers across Europe and contributes to open-source projects including Apache Kafka, Apache NiFi, Terraform, and Ansible, and other technologies.
