Data Platform Engineering Specialist (Databricks)
CadentCoventry, GB, CV7 9JU
Posted May 18, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Cadent is a leading energy company that aims to shape the future of gas for generations to come. We're committed to making a difference through innovation and new ways of working.
Job Description
Design, operate and evolve cloud-native data platforms at Cadent as a Data Platform Specialist. This role requires Databricks expertise, platform engineering, data integration, and experience with CI/CD, automation, and cloud-native engineering practices. The successful candidate will take ownership of the Databricks platform, driving automation, scalability, security, and reliability to support data engineering and data science use cases.
Requirements
- Databricks Expertise - Strong hands-on experience operating Databricks platforms on AWS.
- Platform Engineering - Experience with CI/CD, automation, and cloud-native engineering practices.
- Data Integration - Knowledge of ETL/ELT patterns, data quality frameworks, and governance controls.
- Experience - Degree-level education or equivalent experience, with 4+ years' Databricks platform experience.
Benefits
- Annual bonus
- Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
- 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
- An extra day off each year to celebrate life's special moments
- Career development with funded learning options
- Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
- Generous family policies and flexible benefits
- Retail discounts, gym access, and more
