Full-Time

Resident Solutions Architect

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Starburst

Starburst

501-1,000 employees

Data analytics with Trino SQL engine

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software

Senior

Remote in UK

Category
Solution Engineering
Sales & Solution Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Microsoft Azure
Apache Spark
SQL
Docker
AWS
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in a technical role, such as solution architect, data engineer, or software engineer.
  • Deep understanding of data architecture principles, including data modeling, data integration, and data warehousing.
  • Proficiency in SQL and experience with distributed query engines (e.g., Presto, Trino, Apache Spark).
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically about business challenges and technical solutions.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with customers and internal teams.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
  • Prior experience with open-source technologies and contributions to the open-source community are highly desirable.
  • Prior experience with technical training internally or externally is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with customers to understand their business goals, data architecture, and technical requirements.
  • Design end-to-end solutions that leverage Starburst products to address customer needs, including data access, analytics, and performance optimization.
  • Develop architectural diagrams, technical specifications, and implementation plans for customer projects.
  • Lead the implementation and deployment of Starburst solutions, working closely with customer teams and internal stakeholders.
  • Provide technical guidance and best practices to customers on using Starburst products effectively.
  • Work with partners to train and upskill external personnel on Starburst Products for successful delivery.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to create resources, best practices, and processes that enhance partner delivery capabilities.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during the implementation and operation of Starburst solutions.
  • Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in data management and analytics.

Starburst provides data analytics solutions focused on the Trino SQL engine, which allows for fast and scalable analytics on data lakes and various data sources. Their products include Starburst Galaxy, a cloud-based platform, and Starburst Enterprise, an on-premises solution, both designed to help organizations access and analyze large datasets efficiently. Starburst enhances the open-source Trino engine by adding features like additional connectors and security measures, making it suitable for enterprise use. Unlike many competitors, Starburst emphasizes seamless integration with popular data tools such as Tableau, Power BI, and Looker, which facilitates easier data access for users. The company's goal is to empower clients to gain quicker insights from their data, ultimately supporting better decision-making.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$402.7M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-7%

1 year growth

-10%

2 year growth

-21%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Starburst Galaxy achieved 3x year-over-year growth in active customers and usage volume.
  • The platform enables 10X faster data processing and 66% cost reduction for clients like Arity.
  • Starburst's Icehouse platform leverages open-source Trino and Apache Iceberg for scalability.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from companies like Dell could impact Starburst's market share.
  • The rapid growth of unique data vendors may lead to increased market complexity.
  • Enterprises moving towards single-cloud strategies could challenge Starburst's multi-cloud offerings.

What makes Starburst unique

  • Starburst offers both cloud-based and on-premises solutions, catering to diverse client needs.
  • The company enhances the open-source Trino engine with additional connectors and security features.
  • Starburst's platform integrates with popular data tools like Tableau, Power BI, and Looker.

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Benefits

Competitive salary & attractive stock grants

Remote-friendly work options

Quality & affordable insurance

Flexible & generous paid time off

Environment of transparency, honesty & respect