Define system performance standards, establish key and ancillary performance measurements, and help to ensure platform scalability
Serve as gatekeeper for data deployments between environments and assist in automating deployments where applicable
Validate data pipelines built with PySpark/Spark SQL and Databricks Workflows/Jobs, including notebook-based ETL/ELT processes, ensuring data accuracy across Bronze, Silver, and Gold Delta Lake layers
Support validation of Unity Catalog access controls, data lineage, and governance policies to ensure secure, well-governed data access across the Databricks platform
Lead specific aspects of Data Governance and Data Quality to establish data quality rules and develop data validation tests
Leverage AI/LLM-powered tools (e.g., Claude, Copilot) to accelerate test case generation, synthetic test data creation, and code/query review, while validating AI-assisted outputs for accuracy before use in production test cycles
Utilize Agile methodologies; participate in daily scrums, testing, code reviews, build release and other weekly meetings
Join stakeholder meetings to communicate status, give demos, provide timelines and offer insights
Required Key Knowledge Skills/ Experience
2+ years' experience in QA testing, preferably in a data engineering or data warehousing environment
Data testing in SQL, PySpark/Spark SQL, and Python framework, with hands-on experience testing Databricks notebooks, Delta Lake tables, and Databricks Workflows/Jobs
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to simplify complex concepts for technical and non-technical audience
Superior problem-solving skills, self-motivation, and the capacity to work under pressure and on tight deadlines
Demonstrated ability to learn, acquire and utilize new technologies, disciplines, and frameworks as needed
Ability to build and test reliable data ETL/ELT pipelines, including Spark-based pipelines, query optimization, and dynamic SQL
Familiarity with the medallion architecture (Bronze/Silver/Gold) and Delta Lake table validation techniques, such as schema enforcement, time travel, and ACID transactions
Strong customer focus, excellent problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to work independently under minimal supervision and strong track record of setting and meeting delivery commitments
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies or working in an Agile/Scrum environment
Databricks certification (e.g., Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate or Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional) is a nice to have
Preferred Experience
Hands-on experience with Databricks (PySpark, Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, Databricks Workflows/Jobs) or other Big Data/Spark platforms
Experience with CI/CD and version control for Databricks (Databricks Asset Bundles, Repos, Git-based deployment pipelines)
Banking industry experience
Education requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering or related field
About Axos
Born digital-first, Axos delivers financial tools and services that allow individuals, small businesses, and companies to access and manage their money how, when, and where they want. We’re a diverse team of dynamic, insightful, and independent innovators who are excited to provide technology-driven solutions that offer unbeatable value to our customers.
Axos Financial is our holding company and is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "AX" (NYSE: AX).
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Pre-Employment Background Check, Medical, and Drug Test
All offers are contingent upon the candidate successfully passing a credit check, criminal background check, and pre-employment medical and drug screening.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Axos is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Job Functions and Work Environment
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to sit for extended periods of time. Manual dexterity and coordination are required while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard and mouse, calculator, telephone, copiers, etc.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.