About Persistent

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what's next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptor's mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We have delivered 21 sequential quarters of growth with $389.7M in Q1 FY26 revenue, up 3.9% Q-o-Q and 18.8% Y-o-Y growth. Our 25,000+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been named the fastest-growing Indian IT services brand in the Brand Finance India 100 2025 report. We were also cited as a Leader in the ISG Provider Lens™ 2025 for Digital Engineering Services 2025 and the Everest Group Talent Readiness for Next-generation Application Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2025

About Position

We are seeking a skilled Azure Databricks Engineer with 6–10 years of experience in Python and PySpark to join our data engineering team. This role focuses on building and optimizing scalable data pipelines and ETL workflows using Azure Databricks and modern data technologies.

The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to design and deliver high-performance, reliable, and data-driven solutions, while ensuring data quality, efficiency, and scalability within the Azure ecosystem.

Role: Azure DataBricks , PySpark and AI/ML
Location: Bangalore, Pune & Chennai
Experience: 6 to 10 Years
Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do

Design and develop scalable data pipelines using Azure Databricks and PySpark
Build and maintain ETL workflows for processing large datasets
Write optimized Python and SQL code for data transformation and analysis
Integrate Databricks with Azure services (ADLS, ADF, Synapse)
Perform performance tuning of Spark jobs (partitioning, caching, optimization techniques)
Ensure data quality, integrity, and governance across pipelines
Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders for requirement gathering and solution design
Troubleshoot and resolve data pipeline and performance issues
Work on AI/ML data pipelines and enable data preparation for LLM-based use cases
Support integration of Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI solutions with enterprise data platforms

Expertise You'll Bring

Hands-on experience with Azure Databricks
Strong proficiency in Python and PySpark
Good knowledge of SQL and data transformation techniques
Experience with Azure Data Lake (ADLS), Azure Data Factory (ADF), Synapse
Understanding of ETL processes and data warehousing concepts
Familiarity with Delta Lake and Spark optimization techniques
Experience with version control tools (Git)
Exposure to AI/ML concepts and data engineering for ML pipelines

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package
Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
Annual health check-ups
Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment

Persistent Ltd. is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Let's unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers

Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

Azure DataBricks , PySpark and AI/ML