Databricks Subject Matter Expert (SME) plays a pivotal role in admin, security best practices, platform sustain support, new tools adoption, cost optimization, supporting new patterns/design solutions using the Databricks platform.

At least 12 years of experience in IT cloud infrastructure, architecture and operations, including security, with at least 5 years in a Platform admin role

Strong understanding of data security principles and best practices.

Expertise in Databricks platform, security features, Unity Catalog, and data access control mechanisms.

Experience with data classification and masking techniques.

Strong understanding of cloud cost management, with hands-on experience in usage analytics, budgeting, and cost optimization strategies across multi-cloud platforms.

Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, design, and deployment principles and practices, including microservices, serverless, containers, and DevOps.

Deep expertise in Azure/AWS big data & analytics technologies, including Databricks, real time data ingestion, data warehouses, serverless ETL, No SQL databases, DevOps, Kubernetes, virtual machines, web/function apps, monitoring and security tools.

Deep expertise in Azure/AWS networking and security fundamentals, including network endpoints & network security groups, firewalls, external/internal DNS, load balancers, virtual networks and subnets.

Proficient in scripting and automation tools, such as PowerShell, Python, Terraform, and Ansible.

Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Certifications in Azure/AWS/Databricks platform administration, networking and security are preferred.

Strong self-organization, time management and prioritization skills

A high level of attention to detail, excellent follow through, and reliability