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Technical Lead – Databricks, Data Engineering & Data Modeling

Toronto, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 3, 2026
1 position

$75–$80 / hour

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Employment type: Contract
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Apply by: Oct 31, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Lead the design, development, and implementation of Databricks and Unity Catalog data solutions, including data models and gold tables. Provide technical leadership and hands-on development while guiding code quality, orchestration, CI/CD, automation, and collaboration across teams.

Job details

Are you a seasoned data engineering professional ready to lead cutting-edge projects? Apply Now! Working with one of our top financial clients, this role calls for a Technical Lead – Databricks, Data Engineering & Data Modeling. The position is focused on spearheading data engineering initiatives within a global asset management technology team. The role involves a mix of technical leadership, hands-on development, and strategic design to support ongoing Unity Catalog development, data modeling, and orchestration efforts. Pay rate range (CAD): $75.00/hr – $80.00/hr Responsibilities Lead the design, development, and implementation of data solutions using Databricks and Unity Catalog Enforce coding standards and conduct rigorous code reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables Provide technical guidance and leadership to a team of data developers and engineers Translate complex business requirements into scalable technical solutions and data models Support the development and modernization of Unity Catalog and related data frameworks Drive the design of gold tables and ensure data structures align with business needs Collaborate with cross-functional teams on CI/CD pipeline development, orchestration, and automation Participate actively in technical discussions, solution design, and architecture reviews Balance hands-on development with strategic leadership to ensure project success Desired Skill-Set Extensive experience with Databricks and Unity Catalog Strong expertise in data engineering and data modeling Proficiency in Python and data orchestration with ADF Experience with CI/CD pipelines and coding standards Proven track record in technical leadership and solution design Ability to translate business needs into effective data solutions Knowledge of software development frameworks and best practices in data environments Nice to Have Experience with dependency frameworks and alerting systems Familiarity with advanced data monitoring and automation tools BeachHead is an equal opportunity agency and employer. We advocate for our candidates and welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or physical or mental disability. BeachHead or our clients may use technology-enabled tools, including automation and artificial intelligence (AI), to support parts of the recruitment process such as resume screening, application management, and candidate matching. These tools assist our recruiters and our clients, and do not replace human decision-making. This job posting represents a current or anticipated vacancy. The position may be filled at any time, and the posting may be removed without notice once the role has been filled. Privacy Policy

What you’ll do

Requirements

The role seeks extensive Databricks and Unity Catalog experience, strong data engineering and data modeling expertise, and proficiency in Python, Azure Data Factory, and CI/CD pipelines. Candidates should have a proven record of technical leadership and solution design, and be able to translate business requirements into scalable data solutions.