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Technical Lead – Databricks, Data Engineering & Data Modeling

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Toronto, Ontario

$75–$80/hrContract
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BeachHead is hiring a contract Technical Lead for Databricks, data engineering and data modeling on behalf of a major financial client, within a global asset management technology team. The role combines technical leadership, hands-on development and strategic design around Unity Catalog, data modeling and orchestration. Pay is $75.00 to $80.00 per hour (CAD).

Pay:

$75–$80 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Lead design and implementation of data solutions on Databricks and Unity Catalog
  • Provide technical guidance to a team of data developers and engineers
  • Translate business requirements into scalable data models
  • Drive gold table design and CI/CD and orchestration work

Requirements summary:

  • Extensive Databricks and Unity Catalog experience
  • Strong data engineering and data modeling expertise
  • Proficiency in Python and ADF orchestration
  • Proven technical leadership and solution design track record

Tools & skills

DatabricksUnity CatalogPython
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Employer posting date
2026-10-01
First seen by our source
2026-10-16
Source record updated
2026-10-16

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentSoftware development
Manages peopleYes
Work settingOffice, Home
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish

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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.

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