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Senior Solutions Architect

DatabricksAustin, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; Dallas, Texas; Phoenix, Arizona; United StatesField Engineering - FE Direct Enterprise
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Salary
$219,100 — $301,300 USD
Job type
Full-time
Experience
Senior · 8+ yrs
Posted
6 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

This position suits an experienced technical leader with a strong background in solutions architecture who wants to drive enterprise data and AI strategy for major accounts. The role is available full-time in Austin, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; Dallas, Texas; Phoenix, Arizona; or across the United States.

Role Overview

Databricks seeks a Senior Solutions Architect (L6) to operate as the definitive technical authority for complex customer engagements. The professional in this position will steer consumption strategy, cultivate executive-level relationships, and act as a technical leader across the region.

Key Responsibilities

Direct technical and consumption strategy for complex accounts to influence platform adoption and revenue growth.
Cultivate senior-level technical relationships as a trusted advisor on enterprise data and AI strategy.
Handle architecture engagements involving multi-workload platforms, enterprise migrations, real-time systems, and large-scale AI and ML.
Function as a platform expert with a declared specialization while mentoring junior team members.
Formulate and implement competitive strategies against incumbent and emerging platforms.
Coordinate cross-functional teams including partners, product groups, and other specialists to deploy enterprise solutions.
Mentor junior solutions architects on technical depth, customer interactions, and use case prioritization.
Produce customer-facing content, workshops, and community engagement initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years working in solutions architecture, principal engineering, technical pre-sales leadership, or related customer-facing technical functions.
Advanced coding proficiency in Python, SQL, and Spark or PySpark, accompanied by a required live coding assessment and platform build during interviews.
Familiarity with enterprise data architecture, distributed systems, streaming frameworks, lakehouse design patterns, and data governance.
Platform knowledge regarding Databricks or equivalent competitor platforms with rapid learning capability.
Established technical specialization such as real-time architectures, ML and AI platforms, data governance, or large-scale migrations.
Track record of driving consumption growth and platform adoption within large accounts.
Executive presence capable of influencing directors, vice presidents, and C-level stakeholders.
Experience directing competitive displacements and enterprise evaluations.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a quantitative discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

Nice to Have

Databricks certifications.
Prior work history at Databricks, Snowflake, AWS, Google, Microsoft, or similar data and AI enterprises.
Published thought leadership including blogs, conference talks, or open source contributions.
Industry vertical expertise with executive-level domain credibility.

Skills and Tools

Python
SQL
Spark
PySpark
Databricks Platform
Distributed Systems
Lakehouse Design Patterns

Salary and Benefits

The local pay range spans from $219,100 to $301,300 USD, with actual compensation determined by skills, experience, certifications, and location. Additional compensation elements may include an annual performance bonus, equity, and comprehensive regional benefits.

About the Company

Databricks operates as a data and AI company serving over 20,000 organizations globally. The business provides a unified platform featuring tools such as Genie, Lakebase, Agent Bricks, Lakeflow, Lakehouse, and Unity Catalog.

How to Apply

Candidates should apply on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

PythonSQLSparkPySparkDatabricksLakehouseUnity CatalogAWSDistributed Systems

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for the Senior Solutions Architect role?

The local pay range is $219,100 to $301,300 USD, with exact compensation depending on skills, experience, certifications, and work location.

How many years of experience are required?

Candidates must have 8 or more years of experience in solutions architecture, principal engineering, technical pre-sales leadership, or a senior customer-facing technical role.

What technical skills are tested during the interview process?

Applicants must demonstrate expert-level coding proficiency in Python, SQL, and Spark or PySpark through a live coding assessment and a platform build.

What locations are available for this position?

The job is located in Austin, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; Dallas, Texas; Phoenix, Arizona; or the United States.

What education is required?

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a quantitative discipline is required, though equivalent experience is also accepted.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Databricks careers page.

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