Senior Solutions Architect - Lakebase

Databricks

FEQ327R184 At Databricks, we are on a mission to empower our customers to solve the world's toughest data problems by utilizing the the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform. As a Delivery Solutions Architect (DSA), you will play an important role during this journey. You will collaborate with our sales and field engineering teams to accelerate the adoption and growth of the Databricks platform in your customers. You will also help ensure customer success by increasing focus and technical accountability to our most complex customers who need guidance to accelerate usage on Databricks workloads that they have already selected, helping them maximise the value they get of our platform and the return on investment. This is a hybrid technical and commercial role. It is commercial in the sense that you will drive growth in your assigned customers and use cases through leading your customers' stakeholders, building executive relationships, orchestration of other focused/specialized teams within Databricks, and creating and driving plans and strategies for Databricks colleagues to build upon. This is in parallel to being technical, with expectations being that you become the post-sale technical lead across all Databricks products. This requires you to use your skills and technical credibility to engage and communicate at all levels with an organisation. You will report directly to a DSA Manager within the Field Engineering organization.  The impact you will have: * Engage with Solutions Architects to understand the full use case demand plan for prioritised customers * Lead the post-technical win technical account strategy and execution plan for the majority of Databricks use cases within our most strategic accounts * Be the accountable technical leader assigned to specific use cases and customer(s) across multiple selling teams and internal stakeholders, creating certainty from uncertainty and driving onboarding, enablement, success, go-live and healthy consumption of the workloads where the customer has made the decision to consume Databricks * Be the first contact for any technical issues or questions related to production/go live status of agreed upon use cases within an account, oftentimes services multiple use cases within the largest and most complex organizations * Leverage both Shared Services, User Education, Onboarding/Technical Services and Support resources, along with escalating to expert level technical experts to build the right tasks that are beyond your scope of activities or expertise * Create, own and execute a point-of-view as to how key use cases can be accelerated into production, coordinating with Professional Services (PS) resources on the delivery of PS Engagement proposals * Navigate Databricks Product and Engineering teams for new product Innovations, private previews and upgrade needs * Develop an execution plan that covers all activities of all customer-facing technical roles and teams to cover the below work streams: * Main use cases moving from ‘win’ to production * Enablement / user growth plan * Product adoption (strategy and activities to increase adoption of Databricks’ Lakehouse vision) * Organic needs for current investment (e.g. cloud cost control, tuning & optimization) * Executive and operational governance * Provide internal and external updates - KPI reporting on the status of usage and customer health, covering investment status, important risks, product adoption and use case progression - to your Technical GM What we look for: * 5+ years of experience where you have been accountable for technical project / program delivery within the domain of Data and AI and where you can contribute to technical debate and design choices with customers * Programming experience in Python, Spark, Databricks or similar Data Platform  * Experience in a customer-facing pre-sales, technical architecture, customer success, or consulting role * Understanding of solution architecture related distributed data systems * Understanding of how to attribute business value and outcomes to specific project deliverables * Technical program, or project management including account, stakeholder and resource management accountability * Experience resolving complex and important escalation with senior customer executives * Experience conducting open-ended discovery workshops,  creating strategic roadmaps, conducting business analysis and managing delivery of complex programmes/projects * Track record of overachievement against quota, Goals or similar objective targets * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent experience through work experience * Can travel up to 30% when needed About Databricks Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide — including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark™, Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. 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. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.

Databricks

FEQ226R42 At Databricks, our core principles are at the heart of everything we do; creating a culture of proactiveness and a customer-centric mindset guides us to create a unified platform that makes data science and analytics accessible to everyone. We aim to inspire our customers to make informed decisions that push their business forward. We provide a user-friendly and intuitive platform that makes it easy to turn insights into action and fosters a culture of creativity, experimentation, and continuous improvement. As a Solutions Architect in the Benelux Field Engineering organisation, specifically the Manufacturing Named Accounts team for the Energy sector, you will be an essential part of this mission, using your technical expertise to demonstrate how our Data Intelligence Platform can help customers solve their complex data challenges. You'll work with a collaborative, customer-focused pre-sales team who values innovation and creativity, using your skills to create customised solutions to help our customers achieve their goals and guide their businesses forward.  Join us in our quest to change how people work with data and make a better world! The impact you will have:  * Technical Strategy & Leadership: Lead the technical strategy for Energy sector accounts within the Benelux region - assessing a customer’s architecture and provide strategic guidance and deep technical expertise addressing problems that span multiple systems, teams, and stakeholders, from data & AI practitioners, business domains and all the way up to C-level. * Executive Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, driving alignment through negotiations and ensuring long-term technical commitment. * Raise the Bar: Abstract learnings from your builds into reusable patterns and guidance for the wider Databricks community, anticipating objections before they surface. * Drive Adoption: Move beyond "proof of concept" to deliver outcomes the business can measure, using adoption signals to ensure sustained customer impact. * Mentorship: Coach junior team members on technical discovery and complex use-case prioritisation, helping the team maintain high standards at sustained velocity. What we look for: (Note - you do not need to fulfil every single requirement to be a strong candidate. We are interested in your curiosity and willingness to learn. If you are excited about this role and have relevant/transferable experience, we encourage you to apply!)  * Experienced in customer interactions in a technical pre-sales capacity and adept at managing complex sales lifecycles. Adept skillset in use case discovery, scoping, and delivering complex solution architecture designs to multiple audiences, requiring an ability to switch context and/or levels of technical depth. * Industry domain experience in the Manufacturing sector, prior engagement with customers in the Energy domain will be advantageous for the role.  * Deep expertise across the data landscape—including Data Engineering, Data Warehousing, and GenAI—with a strong "AI-Builder" mindset. * Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Databricks, AWS, Microsoft, GCP, or other relevant platforms) and certifications will be advantageous.  * Prior experience with coding in a core programming language (i.e., Python, SQL etc.) and willingness to learn Apache Spark™. We will also be looking to assess your skills with AI-assisted coding and tooling.  * Ability to execute through ambiguity: A track record of identifying emerging risks early and mobilising others to act, even when full information is not available. * Recognised as an experienced architect who can confidently lead technical discussions and solve high-complexity, multi-account architectural challenges. * Excellent communication skills in English required as a minimum.  Notes on the role:  * This will be an office-based contract (Amsterdam), with a hybrid schedule. * An initial 12-month fixed-term contract is to be offered, with the expectation of extending/converting to FTE upon successful completion of the probation period.    #LI-hybrid About Databricks Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide — including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark™, Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. 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. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.

Databricks

(FEQ327R60) ABOUT THE ROLE At Databricks, we are looking for a Solutions Architect to join our Benelux Hunter Pre-sales team. You will be the technical lead for our most strategic new engagements in the region, with the mission to establish Databricks as the main data & AI platform on greenfield and developing accounts. You aren't just a technical resource; you are a strategic advisor who raises the bar for how our customers build and reason through data solutions. This is the perfect role for you if you are someone who thrives in rapid growth environments and high-paced customer engagements, creating structure in ambiguous situations and driving commitment from senior stakeholders even when priorities shift. Whether you come from a pre-sales background or have deep technical expertise in complex systems, your ability to manage high-level stakeholders and deliver measurable business outcomes is what will make you successful. The Impact You Will Have * Technical Strategy & Leadership: Lead the technical strategy for greenfield and developing accounts within the Benelux region - assessing a customer’s architecture and provide strategic guidance and deep technical expertise addressing problems that span multiple systems, teams, and stakeholders, from data & AI practitioners, business domains and all the way up to C-level. * Executive Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, driving alignment during high-tension negotiations and ensuring long-term technical commitment. * Raise the Bar: Abstract learnings from your builds into reusable patterns and guidance for the wider Databricks community, anticipating objections before they surface. * Drive Adoption: Move beyond "proof of concept" to deliver outcomes the business can measure, using adoption signals to ensure sustained customer impact. * Mentorship: Coach and develop junior members of the team on technical discovery and complex use-case prioritisation, helping the team maintain high standards at sustained velocity. What We Look For *Note - you do not need to fulfil every single requirement to be a strong candidate. If you are excited about this role and have related experience, we encourage you to apply.* * 8+ years of experience in technical and client-facing roles with strong skills in use case discovery, scoping, and delivering complex solution architecture designs to multiple audiences, requiring an ability to switch context and/or levels of technical depth. * Deep expertise across the data landscape—including Data Engineering, Data Warehousing, and GenAI—with a strong "AI-Builder" mindset. * Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Databricks, AWS, Microsoft Azure, GCP, or other relevant platforms) and relevant certifications will be advantageous.  * Prior experience with coding in a core programming language (i.e., Python, SQL etc.) and willingness to learn Apache Spark™. We will also assess your skills in AI-assisted coding and tooling.  * Ability to execute through ambiguity: A track record of identifying emerging risks early and mobilising others to act, even when full information is not available. * Excellent communication and presentation skills in English required as a minimum.  * This will be an office-based contract (Amsterdam), with a hybrid schedule. #LI-hybrid   About Databricks Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide — including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark™, Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. 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. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.