Senior Software Engineer_D-2208

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Platform Support Engineer to manage the administration, optimization, and scalability of our Databricks Environment. This role combines hands-on platform administration with DevOps automation, incident resolution, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure the Databricks platform remains secure, efficient, and high-performing.

Key Responsibilities

1. Platform Administration & Support
• Administer and support Databricks workspaces, clusters, jobs, and integrations with Azure services to ensure seamless day-to-day operations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve platform issues such as job failures, cluster misconfigurations, and access control challenges.
• Implement and maintain monitoring and alerting tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, Dynatrace) to ensure real-time observability of platform health, performance, and cost.
2. Infrastructure Automation & DevOps
• Manage Databricks and Azure infrastructure (e.g., VNets, NSGs, Private Endpoints) using Terraform (Infrastructure as Code).
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines in GitHub Actions to automate deployments and synchronize environments.
• Identify opportunities for automation to reduce manual overhead and improve platform reliability and efficiency.
3. Security, Compliance & Governance
• Enforce platform security best practices including RBAC, network security configurations, data encryption, and audit logging.
• Manage integrations with Azure Active Directory and ensure secure access via private endpoints and identity controls.
• Ensure compliance with internal security policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
4. Incident Management
• Respond to Incidents/service requests (via tools like ServiceNow/Jira), troubleshoot end-to-end technical issues, and document root causes.
• Manage change requests and maintain detailed documentation of solutions, processes, and configurations.
• Participate in rotational shifts to ensure global coverage and timely resolution.
• Maintain SLAs and ensure high customer satisfaction through effective communication and resolution.
5. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
• Provide DevOps and Databricks expertise to internal teams and customers, fostering best practices in Databricks usage and cost management.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging cloud and data technologies (e.g., Kafka, Event Hubs) to drive innovation and continuous improvement of the platform.

Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• Experience:
• 5+ years in DevOps, Cloud Operations, or Platform Engineering, with hands-on expertise in Databricks administration.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Azure (VMs, VNets, NSGs, Storage, Active Directory, IAM).
• Strong scripting skills in Python, Bash, SQL or PowerShell 
• Expertise in IaC tools (Terraform, ARM templates) and CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, Jenkins etc).
• Experience with incident management tools (ServiceNow, Jira) and ITIL processes.
• Technical Skills:
• Deep understanding of Databricks architecture, Delta Lake, and Spark optimization.
• Ability to troubleshoot platform performance bottlenecks, security gaps, and cost inefficiencies.
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management.
• Proactive problem-solving and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: Databricks Certified Engineer, Azure Administrator/Engineer, or equivalent.
• Experience with MLOps tools (MLflow, Kubeflow) and data visualization platforms (Power BI, Tableau).
• Knowledge of real-time data processing (Kafka, Event Hubs) and advanced analytics workflows.

Why Join Us?

• Lead transformative projects on a cutting-edge data platform with Fortune 500 clients.
• Flexible remote/hybrid work options and continuous learning opportunities.
• Competitive salary, health benefits, and performance-based incentives.
  
  Good to have 
  Having a basic understanding or exposure to AI tools would be a plus.
  Familiarity with basic AI tools is considered an advantage.
  Basic knowledge or experience with AI tools will be beneficial.
  Exposure to AI tools, even at a basic level, is a value-add.
  A fundamental grasp of AI tools will be an added benefit.
  Your benefits:
  We offer a hybrid work model which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working incl. up to 25 days per year working from abroad
  We believe in rewarding performance and our compensation and benefits package includes a company bonus scheme, pension, employee shares program and multiple employee discounts (details vary by location)
  From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered
  Flexible working, health and wellbeing offers (including healthcare and parental leave benefits) support to balance family and career and help our people return from career breaks with experience that nothing else can teach
   
   
   
  About Allianz Technology
  Allianz Technology is the global IT service provider for Allianz and delivers IT solutions that drive the digitalization of the Group. With more than 13,000 employees located in 22 countries around the globe, Allianz Technology works together with other Allianz entities in pioneering the digitalization of the financial services industry.
  We oversee the full digitalization spectrum – from one of the industry’s largest IT infrastructure projects that includes data centers, networking and security, to application platforms that span from workplace services to digital interaction. In short, we deliver full-scale, end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age.
  D&I statement
  Allianz Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity in the working environment. We are interested in your strengths and experience. We welcome all applications from all people regardless of gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, age, nationality, religion, disability, or philosophy of life.
  Join us. Let´s care for tomorrow.
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Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us.  

At Allianz, we stand for unity: we believe that a united world is a more prosperous world, and we are dedicated to consistently advocating for equal opportunities for all. And the foundation for this is our inclusive workplace, where people and performance both matter, and nurtures a culture grounded in integrity, fairness, inclusion and trust. 

We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability or sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations. 

Join us. Let's care for tomorrow. 

Note: Having different strengths, experiences, perspectives and approaches is an integral part of Allianz‘ company culture. One means to achieve this is a regular rotation of Allianz Executive employees across functions, Allianz entities and geographies. Therefore, the company expects from its employees a general openness and a high motivation to regularly change positions and collect experiences across Allianz Group.