Application Engineer (Databricks Apps)

Overview

Acuity, Inc. seeks an Application Engineer (Databricks Apps) to design, develop, and support data-driven applications that combine React + TypeScript front-end interfaces with Databricks-powered data services. This role delivers user-facing applications that expose analytics, workflows, and data products in a secure and scalable manner.

The Application Engineer translates business requirements into full-stack solutions, integrating modern web applications with Databricks, Spark, and cloud-based data platforms.

Why Acuity?

We’re Building More Than Careers—we’re Building a Place People Genuinely Love To Work. At Acuity, You’ll Get

• Strong work-life balance and a people-first culture
• Competitive compensation + Health/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Up to $6,000/year combined for training, professional development, and tuition reimbursement

🏆 Recognized as a Best Places to Work (Washington Business Journal, 8+ years)

🏆 Named a Top Workplace by The Washington Post (2022–2025)

Ready to grow with a team that invests in you? Learn more: www.myacuity.com

Are you ready to use your expertise in the areas of IT Modernization, Data Enablement, and Hyperautomation to make a real difference? Join Acuity, Inc., a technology consulting firm that supports federal agencies. We combine industry partnerships and long-term federal experience with innovative technical leadership to support our customers’ critical missions.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop React + TypeScript applications that interface with Databricks-backed data services
• Build user-facing applications that expose analytics, workflows, and data products
• Develop backend integration using Databricks APIs, jobs, and data pipelines
• Translate requirements into application architecture, data flows, and UI/UX behavior
• Integrate applications with data pipelines, APIs, and external systems
• Optimize application performance across frontend, API, and data layers
• Implement security, authentication, and access control across application and data layers
• Support CI/CD, version control, and automated deployment of application components
• Troubleshoot application, data, and integration issues across environments
• Maintain documentation for application architecture, interfaces, and workflows
• Support enhancements, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent relevant experience
• 5+ years of experience developing and supporting software applications
• Strong experience with React and TypeScript for frontend development
• Experience integrating applications with APIs and backend data services
• Experience working with Databricks, Spark, or cloud-based data platforms
• Experience with Python or similar backend integration technologies
• Experience designing scalable, secure application architectures
• Experience troubleshooting performance and integration issues
• Experience working in Agile environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building data-driven or analytics applications
• Experience with CI/CD, Git-based workflows, and automated deployments
• Experience with AWS and cloud-native services
• Experience supporting advanced analytics or machine learning use cases
• Experience with data governance and secure data access patterns
• Experience supporting federal or regulated environments

Clearance Requirement

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. suitability

About Acuity

At Acuity, your work matters—and so does your experience. We’re a management and technology consulting firm supporting critical federal missions, where you’ll have the opportunity to solve meaningful challenges, work alongside high-performing teams, and make a real impact from day one.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Grow Your Career, Your Way

We invest in you with personalized development plans, mentorship, and up to $6,000 annually for training and certifications—so you can keep building the career you want.

Be Part of Something Innovative

You’ll work on cutting-edge solutions that support important government missions, in an environment that encourages new ideas and continuous improvement.

Thrive in a People-First Culture

Collaboration, respect, and support aren’t just values—they’re how we operate. Your voice is heard, your contributions are recognized, and your success is shared.

Feel Valued and Rewarded

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong focus on work-life balance so you can perform at your best—at work and at home.

Join an Award-Winning Team

Our employees consistently rank us among the best—earning honors like Best Places to Work (Washington Business Journal, 9+ years) and Top Workplaces (The Washington Post, 2022–2025).

Bring Your Whole Self To Work

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Make Your Impact

Join Acuity and be part of a team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work drives meaningful outcomes.

Learn more: www.myacuity.com

Acuity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.