Databricks Analyst - 6 months Contract - £450/day via umbrella company - remote - SCC FLEX CONTRACT
We are seeking a Databricks Analyst to support the delivery of modern data and analytics solutions across a range of public and private sector customers. The role will focus on analysing data within Databricks Lakehouse environments, developing reports and dashboards, and providing actionable insights that support business decision-making. Working closely with Data Engineers, Architects, and business stakeholders, you will transform complex datasets into meaningful information while contributing to enterprise-scale reporting and Business Intelligence initiatives.
Your responsibilities as a Databricks Analyst:
- Gather, analyse, and document reporting and analytics requirements from business stakeholders.
- Analyse structured and unstructured data within Databricks Lakehouse environments.
- Develop and optimise SQL queries against Delta Lake and Lakehouse architectures.
- Design and maintain data models, KPIs, and business metrics to support operational and strategic reporting.
- Build and enhance dashboards, reports, and visualisations using Power BI and Databricks SQL.
- Investigate trends, anomalies, and business performance indicators to provide actionable insights.
- Collaborate with Data Engineers to improve data pipelines, transformations, and reporting solutions.
- Support data quality, validation, and governance processes to ensure the accuracy and integrity of reporting outputs.
- Produce management information packs, technical documentation, and functional documentation.
- Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and report validation activities.
- Ensure compliance with data governance, security, and access control requirements.
As a suitable Databricks Analyst, you will have:
- Proven experience working as a Data Analyst, BI Analyst, Reporting Analyst, or similar analytics-focused role.
- Hands-on experience with Databricks SQL and Databricks Lakehouse environments.
- Strong SQL development, data analysis, and data modelling skills.
- Experience working with Delta Lake architectures and modern data platforms.
- Proven experience developing dashboards and reports using Power BI.
- Knowledge of Azure data services, including Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS), Azure Data Factory, and Azure Synapse Analytics.
- Understanding of dimensional modelling concepts, including star schema design and business-focused data modelling.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets.
- Experience engaging directly with business stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver reporting solutions.
- Ability to translate technical findings into clear, business-focused insights and recommendations.
- Experience supporting enterprise-scale reporting, analytics, or data platforms within Azure-based environments.
If you are a results-driven Databricks Analyst with a passion for your work, we want to hear from you. Immediate start. References required.
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