Req ID: FEQ427R403Location London, UKThe RoleAs 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. You combine deep technical expertise with strategic thinking to position Databricks as the foundation of your customers’ data and AI strategy. You are developing a technical specialisation (archetype) and are recognised within your team for depth in a specific domain.The Impact You Will HaveOwn the end-to-end technical strategy for your accounts, from initial discovery through production deployment and consumption growthLead complex architecture discussions — designing scalable, production-grade solutions spanning data engineering, ML/AI, and real-time analyticsServe as a trusted technical advisor to customer architects, engineering leads, and DirectorsDrive technical wins in competitive scenarios by demonstrating Databricks’ differentiation through custom-built solutionsDevelop and declare an emerging technical specialisation (archetype) — becoming a go-to resource for your team in that domainOrchestrate cross-functional resources (DSAs, SSAs, Partners) to deliver comprehensive solutions for complex customer needsInfluence product direction by providing structured feedback on customer requirements and competitive gapsWhat We Look For6+ years in solutions architecture, data engineering, technical pre-sales, or a senior hands-on technical roleStrong coding proficiency in Python and SQL — you must demonstrate live coding, debugging, and solution-building skillsDeep expertise in distributed data systems architecture: designing scalable pipelines, streaming architectures, lakehouse patterns, and cloud-native data platformsProficient on the Databricks Platform (or demonstrated ability to achieve proficiency rapidly) with a developing technical specialisation in one area (e.g., real-time/streaming, ML/AI, data governance, migrations)Proven ability to lead architecture discussions with senior technical stakeholders — whiteboarding, design reviews, and trade-off analysisExperience with production deployments on public cloud (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including infrastructure, security, and governance considerationsTrack record of driving platform adoption and consumption growth within accountsExcellent communication skills — able to translate complex architectures into business value for both technical and executive audiencesBachelor'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 againstBackground in a data/AI company or cloud providerIndustry domain expertise (Media, Entertainment and Agencies)Interview Process: Recruiter Screen Hiring Manager Screen Design and Architecture Interview Live Coding Assessment Build, Demo, Pitch! Presentation Reference CheckAbout DatabricksDatabricks is the Data and AI company. More than 20,000 organizations worldwide — including adidas, AT&T, Bayer, Block, Mastercard, Rivian, Unilever, and 70% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data + AI Platform to build and scale data and AI apps, analytics and agents. Headquartered in San Francisco with 30+ offices around the globe, Databricks offers a unified platform that includes Genie, Lakebase, Agent Bricks, Lakeflow, Lakehouse, and Unity Catalog. To learn more, follow Databricks on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, and Instagram.BenefitsAt 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 InclusionAt 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.ComplianceIf 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.
Solutions Architect (Media, Entertainment and Agencies) in London employer: DataBricks
At Databricks, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous learning opportunities and the chance to tackle complex challenges in data and AI, all while working in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. Located in a vibrant tech hub, we provide our team with access to cutting-edge resources and a network of industry leaders, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
