Azure Data Technical Specialist

Job Description

Azure Data Technical Specialist

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Job Summary

HCLTech is a global technology company delivering industry-leading digital, engineering, and cloud solutions. With a strong focus on innovation and customer success, HCLTech enables enterprises to transform through scalable, data-driven platforms.

Role Overview

As a Senior Databricks Architect (E3.1), you will take end-to-end ownership of designing and delivering advanced data engineering solutions on Azure. You will play a key role in architecting scalable data pipelines, leading technical discussions, and driving best practices across projects while working closely with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise-grade data solutions using Azure Databricks
• Architect and optimize end-to-end data pipelines leveraging ADF, Databricks, and Synapse
• Drive data ingestion, transformation, and integration strategies across multiple data sources
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers and project teams
• Engage with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into scalable solutions
• Optimize performance, cost, and reliability of Azure data platforms
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and governance using Azure DevOps
• Ensure adherence to data quality, security, and compliance standards
• Contribute to solution architecture, design reviews, and technical decision-making

Skill Requirements

Mandatory Skills

• Strong expertise in Azure Data Engineering ecosystem:

• Azure Databricks (advanced implementation & optimization)

• Azure Data Factory (complex pipeline orchestration)

• Azure Synapse Analytics

• Azure Storage / Data Lake (ADLS Gen2)

• Azure DevOps (CI/CD pipelines)

• Deep understanding of ETL/ELT frameworks and data modeling concepts

• Advanced proficiency in SQL and relational databases

• Strong experience in performance tuning and large-scale data processing

• Hands-on experience with Python and Spark (PySpark preferred)

• Experience in solution design and architecture discussions

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in client-facing or consulting roles
• Exposure to data governance, security, and compliance frameworks
• Knowledge of real-time/streaming data processing (Kafka/Event Hub)
• Familiarity with Agile / Scrum methodologies
• Certification in Azure Data Engineering or Databricks is a plus

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / related field

Other Requirements

Skill Evaluation Matrix (E3.2 Expectations)

• Databricks, ADF, Synapse, ETL, SQL Advanced expertise (Rating: 4+)
• DevOps & Storage Strong working knowledge (Rating: 3+)
• Python & Spark Hands-on implementation (Rating: 3+)
• Client handling & architecture Ownership-driven capability

1.Relevant certifications in Azure Data Factory (ADF), Azure Databricks, SQL, Python are a plus.

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Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, youll supercharge your potential. Youll find your career. And youll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026 totaled $14.8 billion.