Full-Time

Solutions Architect

Posted on 9/24/2024

Databricks

Databricks

5,001-10,000 employees

Unified data platform for analytics and AI

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$169k - $299kAnnually

+ Annual Performance Bonus + Equity

Senior

North Carolina, USA

Category
Solution Engineering
Sales & Solution Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Apache Spark
Java
Scala
Databricks
Requirements
  • Prior experience with coding in a core programming language (i.e., Python, Java, Scala) and willingness to learn a base level of Spark.
  • Proficient with Big Data Analytics technologies, including hands-on expertise with complex proofs-of-concept and public cloud platform(s).
  • Experienced in use case discovery, scoping, and delivering complex solution architecture designs to multiple audiences requiring an ability to context switch in levels of technical depth.
Responsibilities
  • Form successful relationships with clients throughout your assigned territory, providing technical and business value to Databricks customers in collaboration with Account Executives.
  • Operate as an expert in big data analytics to excite customers about Databricks. You will develop into a ‘champion’ and trusted advisor on multiple issues of architecture, design, and implementation to lead to the successful adoption of the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform.
  • Scale best practices in your field and support customers by authoring reference architectures, how-tos, and demo applications, and help build the Databricks community in your region by leading workshops, seminars, and meet-ups.
  • Grow your knowledge and expertise to the level of a technical and/or industry specialist.

Databricks provides a platform that combines the features of data lakes and data warehouses, referred to as lakehouse architecture. This platform allows organizations to efficiently manage, analyze, and gain insights from their data. It caters to a diverse clientele, including data engineers, data scientists, and business analysts in sectors like finance, healthcare, and technology. Databricks streamlines data ingestion, management, and analysis through automated ETL processes, secure data sharing, and high-performance analytics. Additionally, it supports machine learning and AI workloads, enabling users to build and deploy models at scale. Unlike many competitors, Databricks operates on a subscription-based model, generating revenue through platform access and professional services. The company's goal is to empower organizations to leverage their data effectively for better decision-making and insights.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$13.6B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

38%

2 year growth

79%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Databricks raised $10 billion for AI product development and global expansion.
  • The company plans to expand into Saudi Arabia, aligning with Vision 2030.
  • Partnerships with cloud providers enhance Databricks' scalability and performance.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Snowflake could impact Databricks' market share.
  • The acquisition of Tabular may pose integration challenges and disrupt operations.
  • Rapid expansion into new markets may expose Databricks to geopolitical risks.

What makes Databricks unique

  • Databricks offers a unified platform combining data lakes and warehouses, known as lakehouse.
  • The platform supports collaborative data science and machine learning workflows.
  • Databricks integrates with major cloud services for seamless data management and analysis.

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Benefits

Extended health care including dental and vision

Life/AD&D and disability coverage

Equity awards

Flexible Vacation

Gym reimbursement

Annual personal development fund

Work headphones reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Business travel accident insurance

Paid Parental Leave

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