Databricks Inc
Solutions Architect - Digital Native Business, Named Accounts
Northeast - United States · Senior
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About the role
- You combine deep technical expertise with strategic thinking to position Databricks as the foundation of your customers' data and AI strategy.
- You understand the relevance and application of ML & AI within a range of use cases important to existing digital native customers.
- 6+ years in solutions architecture, data engineering, technical pre-sales, or a senior hands-on technical role
Responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end technical strategy for your accounts, from initial discovery through production deployment and consumption growth
- Drive technical wins in competitive scenarios by demonstrating Databricks' differentiation through custom-built solutions
- Develop and declare an emerging technical specialization (archetype) - becoming a go-to resource for your team in that domain
- Orchestrate cross-functional resources (DSAs, SSAs, Partners) to deliver comprehensive solutions for complex customer needs
- Lead complex architecture discussions - designing scalable, production-grade solutions spanning data engineering, ML/AI, and real-time analytics
- Serve as a trusted technical advisor to customer architects, engineering leads, and Directors
Requirements
- Strong coding proficiency in Python and SQL - you must demonstrate live coding, debugging, and solution-building skills
- Proficient on the Databricks Platform (or demonstrated ability to achieve proficiency rapidly) with a developing technical specialization in one area (e.g., real-time/streaming, ML/AI, data governance, migrations)
- Experience with production deployments on public cloud (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including infrastructure, security, and governance considerations
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a quantitative discipline (or equivalent experience)
Nice to have
- Databricks certifications (Data Engineer, ML, Platform)
- Experience with competitive platforms (Snowflake, AWS native services, Azure Synapse) - understanding the landscape you'll position against
- Background in a data/AI company or cloud provider
- Industry domain expertise
- Presentation → Reference Check
- Databricks is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
- Based on the factors above, Databricks anticipates utilizing the full width of the range.
- About Databricks
Skills
- Excellent communication skills - able to translate complex architectures into business value for both technical and executive audiences
Compensation
- 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
- $180,000 - $247,500 USD
Benefits
- At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees.
- For specific details on the benefits offered in your region click here.
Company info
- Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel.
- As a Solutions Architect, you will lead the technical strategy for your customers - owning architecture discussions, driving platform adoption, and serving as a trusted advisor to customer technical leads and architects.
- At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel.
Equal opportunity
- Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
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