If you’re a Databricks Data Engineer who enjoys building platforms that actually run in production and not just designing them; this is where it gets interesting.
Work hands-on with modern data platforms, solve real-world challenges, and build scalable Databricks solutions that make a real impact.
Does this sound like you?
Databricks is at the core of modern data engineering and so are we.
You’re a builder at heart. You enjoy turning data platforms into something that actually works in production and continuously improving what’s already there.
As a Databricks Data Engineer at Xebia, you work hands-on with modern data platforms, helping clients design, build, and scale Databricks solutions that support real business use cases. You understand what it takes to run data platforms in production; thinking about structure, scalability, and reliability from the start, not as an afterthought.
You’re comfortable working in existing environments. Not every client starts with a clean slate, and you know how to step into existing platforms, ask the right questions, and bring clarity and structure where it’s needed.
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Design and build scalable data platforms using Databricks
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Develop data pipelines using Spark (PySpark / Scala)
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Apply the Databricks ecosystem in a way that actually works in production
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Work with cloud platforms like Azure, AWS or GCP
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You write code that holds up in production (Python, SQL)
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Collaborate directly with clients on high-impact projects
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Contribute to our internal knowledge sharing and community
The Data Engineer role is a senior position integral to our teams, so we ask for at least 5 years of relevant work experience. That said, we’re always open to talent that stands out! If you have unique achievements, like contributing to open-source projects or founding your own startup, we encourage you to apply.
Hands-on experience with the Databricks ecosystem (Delta Lake, PySpark, SQL, etc)- Good coding skills that holds up in production (Python, SQL)
- Experience with cloud
- Familiarity with data modelling and ETL/ELT concepts
- Strong communication skills in Dutch and English
Nice to have:
- Databricks certifications (Data Engineer Associate, Professional etc.)
- Databricks Champion status
- Strong Spark background
Real Databricks engineering work
- Work on modern data platforms built on Databricks
- No legacy-only environments. Focus on scalable Lakehouse architectures
A strong Databricks community
- Collaborate with like-minded engineers who specialize in Databricks
- Regular knowledge sharing, meetups, and internal guilds
Growth within the Databricks ecosystem
- Support for Databricks certifications (Associate & Professional)
Ownership & long-term impact
- Work closely with clients over a longer period
- Build, improve, and scale platforms you actually see running in production
Flexibility that works in practice
- Hybrid setup: client, office, and home
Xebia is a global Data & AI consultancy and a proud Databricks Gold partner. What truly sets us apart is the combination of deep technical expertise, scale, and impact. We focus on Databricks as the foundation for modern data platforms, combining best-in-class engineering, cloud, and data expertise to solve complex business challenges at scale.
As a consultant at Xebia, you typically work with clients for a longer period of time. This allows you to go beyond quick wins and truly make an impact taking ownership of platforms, shaping long-term solutions, and seeing the results of your work in production.
Every client and environment is different, but the focus is always the same: delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions that actually work. You’ll work closely with leading organizations such as DSM-Firmenich, Sligro, UMC Utrecht, ASML, and Rituals, helping them solve complex data challenges and build modern data platforms.
Our Databricks practice is growing are we are expanding our Databricks proposition, powered by engineers who are passionate about their craft, continuously learning, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with data.
We foster a no-nonsense culture where collaboration, ownership, and knowledge sharing are simply how we work.
Interested? We’d love to meet you!
Please get in touch! Contact Samantha Alves Goncalves at [email protected] or by phone at 0613889770.
