Role: Systems Analyst 3
Location: Austin, TX 78751
Mode of Job: REMOTE
Mode of Interview: In-Person Only
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Client requires the services of 1 Systems Analyst 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Systems Analyst 3, Applications/Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Client. All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire" and are the property of the Client and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Client will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).
Level Description
8 or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks, a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Job Description
Understands business objectives and problems, identifies alternative solutions, performs studies and cost/benefit analysis of alternatives. Analyzes user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or to improve existing computer system: Confers with personnel of organizational units involved to analyze current operational procedures, identify problems, and learn specific input and output requirements, such as forms of data input, how data is to be; summarized, and formats for reports. Writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer program. Reviews computer system capabilities, specifications, and scheduling limitations to determine if requested program or program change is possible within existing system.
Additional job details and special considerations
The Databricks Administrator is responsible for administering, configuring, and supporting the Databricks platform to enable scalable data engineering, analytics, and AI/ML workloads. This role ensures platform reliability, security, cost optimization, and compliance while supporting data engineers, analysts, and data scientists across the organization.
The administrator will manage workspace configuration, cluster policies, user access, integrations with cloud services, and ongoing platform monitoring to support enterprise data and analytics initiatives.
- CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity. |
Years | Required/Preferred | Experience |
8 | Required | Experience administering Databricks workspaces in a cloud environment - AWS |
8 | Required | Strong understanding of Databricks cluster configuration, job scheduling, and workspace management. |
8 | Required | Experience managing user access, roles, and permissions using IAM, SCIM, and role-based access control (RBAC). |
8 | Required | Proficiency with Apache Spark concepts, including performance tuning and troubleshooting. |
8 | Required | Experience integrating Databricks with cloud storage services (e.g., S3,) |
8 | Required | Experience implementing and enforcing cluster policies and workspace governance standards. |
8 | Required | Familiarity with Databricks SQL, notebooks, and job orchestration. |
8 | Required | Experience monitoring platform health, performance, and availability. |
8 | Required | Understanding of data security, encryption, and compliance requirements. |
8 | Required | Experience with DevOps or automation tools (Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, scripting). |
4 | Preferred | Experience administering Databricks in an enterprise or government environment. |
4 | Preferred | Experience with Databricks Unity Catalog for data governance and access control. |
4 | Preferred | Knowledge of cost management and optimization for Databricks workloads. |
4 | Preferred | Experience supporting AI/ML workloads using Databricks ML and MLflow. |
4 | Preferred | Familiarity with data lake and lakehouse architectures. |
4 | Preferred | Knowledge of Python, SQL, or Scala for administration and troubleshooting. |
III. TERMS OF SERVICE
Services are expected to start 05/04/2026 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2026. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 780 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.
- WORK HOURS AND LOCATION
Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Client. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed. The primary work location(s) will be at 4601 W Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78751. The working position is Telework. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Client will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts. The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
- OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
TERM OF SERVICE
Services are expected to start on or around May 4, 2026, and are expected to be completed by August 31, 2026. Total estimated hours per candidate shall not exceed 780 hours for FY26.
WORK HOURS AND LOCATION
- A) Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Agency. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding Texas state holidays when the agency is closed.
- B) The primary work location will be 4601 W Guadalupe Street, Austin, Texas 78751.
Position is ONSITE/Hybrid at the location listed above (with some hybrid work determined by the hiring manager). The program will only accept LOCAL ONLY candidates for this position.
The program will only allow candidates who are LOCAL TO THE AUSTIN AREA ONLY.
OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Interviews will be conducted: (check all that apply)
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