Databricks

Manager, Forward Deployed Engineering - Public Sector

Maryland; Virginia; Washington, D.C

No sponsorship$212k-$291kDetected 4 days ago

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About the role

The position is based in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia metropolitan area and includes periodic on‑site work and client collaboration.
Candidates with an active secret or higher clearance are strongly encouraged to apply.
CSQ427R212 Databricks is redefining what organisations can achieve with data and AI.

4+ years of people leadership experience managing high-performing technical delivery teams, solution architects, or professional services organizations with a proven track record of building excellence-driven cultures.
5+ years of hands-on individual contributor experience as a technical solutions architect or data/AI engineer, providing the technical depth to coach and credibly support senior practitioners.

Due to federal contract requirements and client site access obligations, an active U.S. government security clearance is required.
Strong understanding of technical project delivery, including managing scope, timelines, statements of work (SOWs), and professional services delivery metrics.
Familiarity with Databricks, Apache Spark™, MLflow, Delta Lake, or the modern data and AI ecosystem; hands-on experience with Databricks or a direct competitor is highly valued.

Databricks is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
The pay range(s) for this role is listed below and represents the expected salary range for non-commissionable roles or on-target earnings for commissionable roles.
Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, relevant certifications and training, and specific work location.
The total compensation package for this position may also include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and the benefits listed above.
Local Pay Range
$211,800 - $291,300 USD

At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees.
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Demonstrated success leading large-scale data platform migrations and AI/ML programs within enterprise environments, across industries such as Public Sector, Manufacturing, Finance, Healthcare, Retail, Telco, or Energy.

At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel.

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