Associate Application Developer Full Time

We are seeking an experienced data bricks developer to support and evolve our enterprise data integration workflows. The ideal candidate should have robust hands-on experience with Azure Data Factory and Databricks, and a passion for building scalable, reliable ETL pipelines. This role is critical for both day-to-day operational reliability and long-term modernization of our data engineering stack in the Azure cloud.

What You’ll Be DOING

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Develop and orchestrate PySpark notebooks in Azure Databricks for data transformation, cleansing, and enrichment.
• Configure and manage Databricks clusters for performance optimization and cost efficiency.
• Implement Delta Lake solutions that support ACID compliance, versioning, and time travel for reliable data lake operations.
• Automate data workflows using Databricks Jobs and Azure Data Factory (ADF) pipelines.
• Design and manage scalable ADF pipelines, including parameterized workflows and reusable integration patterns.
• Integrate with Azure Blob Storage and ADLS Gen2 using Spark APIs for high-performance data ingestion and output.
• Ensure data quality, consistency, and governance across legacy and cloud-based pipelines.
• Collaborate with data analysts, engineers, and business teams to deliver clean, validated data for reporting and analytics.
• Participate in the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) from design through deployment, with an emphasis on maintainability and audit readiness.
• Develop maintainable and efficient ETL logic and scripts following best practices in security and performance.
• Troubleshoot pipeline issues across data infrastructure layers, identifying and resolving root causes to maintain reliability.
• Create and maintain clear documentation of technical designs, workflows, and data processing logic for long-term maintainability and knowledge sharing.
• Stay informed on emerging cloud and data engineering technologies to recommend improvements and drive innovation.
• Follow internal controls, audit protocols, and secure data handling procedures to support compliance and operational standards.
• Provide accurate time and effort estimates for assigned development tasks, accounting for complexity and risk.
• Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot existing Informatica PowerCenter ETL workflows to ensure operational reliability and data accuracy.
• Enhance and extend ETL processes to support new data sources, updated business logic, and scalability improvements.

You will report to Application Manager.

What You Will BRING

We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

Required Skills And Abilities

• Expertise in Azure Databricks + Py Spark, including: Notebook development, Cluster configuration and tuning, Delta Lake (ACID, versioning, time travel), Job orchestration via Databricks Jobs or ADF, Integration with Azure Blob Storage and ADLS Gen2 using Spark APIs.
• Effective hands-on experience with Azure Data Factory: Building and managing pipelines, Parameterization and dynamic datasets, Notebook integration and pipeline monitoring.
• Proficiency in SQL, PL/SQL, and scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Outstanding understanding of data warehousing, dimensional modeling, and data profiling.
• Familiarity with Github, CI/CD pipelines, and modern DevOps practices.
• Working knowledge of data governance, audit trails, metadata management, and compliance standards.

Desired Skills And Abilities

• Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve performance bottlenecks and job failures.
• Awareness of Azure Functions, App Services, API Management, and Application Insights.
• Understanding of Azure Key Vault for secrets and credential management.
• Familiarity with informatica PowerCenter ETL tool is a plus.

Who WE are

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don’t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.

How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business − property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.

With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.

Learn more at axaxl.com

What we OFFER

Inclusion

AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.

• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
• Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

Learn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Total Rewards

AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.

We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.

Sustainability

At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.

Our Pillars

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems – the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future. We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature – from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard – by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We’re building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
• Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We’re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
• AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL’s “Hearts in Action” programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving.

For more information, please see axaxl.com/sustainability.