Job Title: Databricks Solutions Architect

Company Name: 540

Job Details: RemoteFull,Time

Job Url: https://hiring.cafe/viewjob/k8wcgm5pamc5db1l

Job Description: Posted 1d agoDatabricks Solutions Architect@ 540View All JobsWebsiteUnited StatesRemoteFull TimeResponsibilities:leading architecture, driving delivery, mentoring teamsRequirements Summary:10+ years in consulting or client-facing roles; 7+ years data engineering; Databricks Data Engineering certification; 6+ Databricks projects; strong Spark, SQL, Python; cloud experience; regulated environments.Technical Tools Mentioned:Databricks, Apache Spark, SQL, Python, Scala, Cloud Platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
540 is seeking a Databricks Solutions Architect to serve as an embedded technical leader for customer engagements as part of the Databricks Partner Program (DPP). In this role, you will provide deep architectural expertise and hands-on leadership for complex Databricks implementations, operating as a long-term extension of the Databricks Professional Services team.You will act as the primary technical authority on Databricks for assigned customer engagements, guiding architecture, delivery, and best practices while working side by side with customer teams, Databricks PS, and partner consultants. This role is ideal for a senior data platform expert who thrives in complex environments, enjoys mentoring delivery teams, and drives large-scale data platform success.Location: Remote within the continental United States. Core collaboration hours align with Eastern Time, with flexibility. Occasional travelCitizenship & Clearance Requirement: per client requirements, must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearanceEducation Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related engineering field (preferred)540 Internal Thrive Level: Senior Data EngineerWHY 540?540 is a forward-thinking company that the government turns to in order to #getshitdone. We don’t just talk about innovation – we deliver it. We break down barriers, build impactful technology, and solve mission-critical problems.HOW YOU’LL DRIVE IMPACTServe as the embedded technical lead for Databricks customer engagementsOwn Databricks platform architecture, design decisions, and technical standardsLead delivery of complex data pipelines and analytics workloads on DatabricksProvide deep expertise in Apache Spark internals, optimization, and scalabilityGuide customers on Databricks best practices across ingestion, transformation, and analyticsPartner closely with Databricks Professional Services leadership on delivery strategyMentor and oversee partner and customer delivery teamsEnsure solutions meet Databricks PS governance, security, and quality standardsDrive adoption, platform maturity, and long-term customer successREQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE10+ years of experience in consulting or related client facing roles7+ years of experience in data engineering or related technical rolesDatabricks Data Engineering Professional certification6+ Databricks projects delivered with hands-on architectural leadershipDeep expertise in Apache Spark, including runtime internals and optimizationStrong experience designing large-scale, distributed data platformsAdvanced SQL and Python expertise (Scala strongly preferred)Deep working knowledge of at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)Experience operating in regulated or enterprise-scale environmentsNICE TO HAVEExperience serving as a Solutions Architect or long-term embedded consultantExpertise across multiple cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)Familiarity with CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code, and production deployment patternsWorking knowledge of MLOps and advanced analytics workloadsExperience with Unity Catalog, data governance, and security architecturesPrior experience enabling or mentoring consulting teams at scaleExposure to Databricks enablement programs, Partner Academy, or Train-the-Trainer modelsBENEFITS & PERKSFlexible PTO + all Federal holidays offHealth, dental and vision insurance plansFlexible Spending Account (FSA)401k with employer matchCompany-sponsored life insurance, short- and long-term disability Professional development (training, certifications, conferences)Paid cloud developer accountsReferral bonusesHQ office perks (parking / metro reimbursement, nitro coffee & lunches) Annual social events (540 Week, hackathon, charity golf tournament, etc.)Access to 540’s Washington Capitals & Nationals ticketsEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO)540's policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.