Databricks

Solutions Architect

Databricks πŸ“ California, USA πŸ”€ Hybrid Posted Aug 26, 2026 via Databricks careers
full-time πŸ“‚ Technology & IT πŸ”€ Hybrid 🏭 Technology

✨ Job Highlights

  • β˜…Pay: $180,000 to $247,500 a year
  • β˜…Hybrid: California
  • β˜…Full-time role in technology & it
  • β˜…Education: High school, diploma or trade certificate
  • β˜…Apply directly on Databricks's careers site
  • β˜…Posted August 26, 2026

Full Job Description

Solutions Architect job at Databricks in California

Databricks is hiring a Solutions Architect in California. It is a hybrid full-time role, so plan on splitting your week between home and the office. Databricks lists pay of $180,000 to $247,500 a year.

Here is the role as Databricks describes it.

While candidates in the listed locations are encouraged for this role, we are open to remote candidates in other locations in various cities around the Northern California.

REQ ID - FEQ327R249

Mission

We are looking for experienced pre-sales professionals who have a successful track record helping large enterprises become more data-driven. Working with the Enterprise Account Executive (AE), the Enterprise SA defines and directs the technical strategy for our largest and important accounts, leading to more widespread use of our products and wider and deeper adoption of ML & AI. You will lean upon your solid background in value selling, technical account management and technical leadership to maximize success in these accounts. While you work with a team that includes hands-on resources who will build proofs of concept and demonstrate Databricks' products, you need to be technical and must understand the relevance and application of ML & AI within a range of use cases important to the target accounts in the High Tech and Manufacturing space.

Outcomes

  • You work with multiple clients as the main technical voice for Databricks.
  • You lead your customers on a transformational journey, helping them to evaluate and adopt Databricks as part of their strategy
  • You implement the technical strategy in the account, in close understanding of the strategy.
  • You build a movement of technical champions within the account.
  • You align technical strategies around Databricks solutions.
  • You provide structured mentorship for other team members.
  • Gain the respect of your peers based on your experience, insight, and contributions.
  • Competencies

  • Proficiency at establishing virtual teams, and leading them to ultimate success within the account.
  • Experience working very large (> $1m ARR), global accounts.
  • Form relationships with executives and influencers.
  • Present a convincing point-of-view to important decision-makers that leads them down a path of success.
  • Technical in big data, data science and cloud.
  • An ability in data-driven business transformation, and driving change with data.
  • Production programming experience in Python, R, Scala or Java
  • Nice to have: Databricks Certification
  • Pay Range Transparency

    Databricks is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range(s) for this role is listed below and represents the expected salary range for non-commissionable roles or on-target earnings for commissionable roles. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, relevant certifications and training, and specific work location. Based on the factors above, Databricks anticipates utilizing the full width of the range. The total compensation package for this position may also include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and the benefits listed above. For more information regarding which range your location is in visit our page here.

    Zone 1 Pay Range $180,000 to $247,500 USD

    About Databricks

    Databricks 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.

    Benefits

    At 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 Inclusion

    At 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.

    Compliance

    If 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.

    Common questions

    What is the salary for the Solutions Architect role at Databricks?

    Databricks advertises $180,000 to $247,500 a year for this role.

    Is the Solutions Architect position remote?

    It is hybrid. You would work partly from home and partly from the office in California.

    What experience do I need for this Solutions Architect job?

    The posting mentions a high school, diploma or trade certificate or equivalent and skills such as Python, Java, Scala and Account Management. Read the full description above for the complete list.

    Where do I send my application to Databricks?

    Use the apply button on this page. It takes you to Databricks's own application form, so your CV goes directly to their hiring team.

    When was this job posted?

    Databricks published the role on August 26, 2026. We check the employer's job board every day and take this page down when the role closes, so if you can read it, the job was still listed at our last check.

    Source: Databricks careers page (databricks.com). Applications go straight to the employer. We check the listing daily and remove it once it closes.

    Required Skills

    Python Java Scala Account Management

    🏒 About Databricks

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    🏒 Company Databricks
    πŸ“ Location California, USA
    πŸ’Ό Job Type full-time
    🌐 Work Mode πŸ”€ Hybrid
    🏭 Industry Technology
    πŸ—“ Posted Date Aug 26, 2026
    πŸ”— Via Databricks careers
    πŸŽ“ Education High school, diploma or trade certificate
    πŸ“… Deadline Dec 14, 2034

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