Databricks Engineer – Intern (Saudi Arabia) Riyadh

Requirements

Candidates must be Saudi Nationals with a recent degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Data Engineering. Foundational knowledge of SQL, Python, and data concepts is required, along with strong communication skills.

Job Summary

LAKEORA is a Riyadh-based data and AI advisory firm and a pure-play Databricks partner. We build the governed data platforms that Saudi enterprises run their decisions on, going deep on one platform rather than wide across many, with governance designed in from the start. We are early-stage, flat, and deliberately small. You work directly with customers, own the architecture you design, and see it reach production. We like engineers who are direct, curious, and would rather get something right than get it agreed.
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for a Databricks Engineer Intern for a 6-month program to get hands-on with real client data pipelines and Lakehouse architecture, working alongside our delivery team on live engagements.
At LAKEORA, interns are not sidelined to busywork. You’ll work alongside client-facing engineers, contribute to actual pipeline builds, and get exposure to how a Databricks consulting engagement runs end to end. As part of the program, we invest in accelerating your Databricks learning path toward achieving the Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate certification by the end of the internship. Lean team, high visibility, real learning.
Key Responsibilities
Support the development of data pipelines using Spark (PySpark and SQL) on Databricks
Assist with implementing Lakehouse and Medallion architecture patterns under senior engineer guidance
Help with data ingestion, transformation, and quality checks on client and internal projects
Support testing, debugging, and documentation of pipeline code
Participate in code reviews and learn version control (Git) and Agile delivery practices
Assist in preparing materials for client demos and technical discovery sessions
Follow a structured learning path covering core Databricks concepts: Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, Lakeflow Jobs
Prepare for and sit the Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate exam before the internship ends
Take on small, well-scoped engineering tasks with increasing independence over the 6 months
Qualifications
Required:
Saudi National
Recently graduated with a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering
Foundational knowledge of SQL and at least one programming language (Python preferred)
Basic understanding of data concepts: databases, ETL/ELT, data structures
Strong curiosity and willingness to learn in a fast-paced, client-facing environment
Good communication skills, comfortable asking questions and taking feedback
Fluency in Arabic and English
Preferred:
Coursework or personal projects involving Spark, Databricks, or cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)
Exposure to Git or other version control tools
What You’ll Gain
Hands-on experience on live client Databricks engagements
A structured path to the Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate certification, with LAKEORA covering the investment in your learning
Direct mentorship from senior engineers in a small, client-facing team
WE’RE GROWING FAST ACROSS THE KINGDOM AND THE REGION, SO WE’RE KEEPING THIS ROLE OPEN ON A ROLLING BASIS. APPLICATIONS ARE REVIEWED CONTINUOUSLY, WITH NO FIXED DEADLINE TO APPLY.
If this sounds like the kind of work you want to do, we would like to hear from you. LAKEORA is an equal opportunity employer and assesses every application on merit.

Responsibilities

The intern will support the development of data pipelines using Spark and SQL while assisting with the implementation of Lakehouse and Medallion architecture patterns. They will also participate in code reviews, documentation, and preparation for client discovery sessions.

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