Databricks AI Engineering Leader

EY; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 262,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

401(k) plans

Paid time off

Job summary

EY is seeking a Manager in Model Engineering to lead AI workstreams on the Databricks platform, guiding cross-functional teams in delivering scalable data pipelines and AI solutions. The role involves heavy client interaction and a product-centric approach to delivering measurable business value.

You will collaborate with diverse, global teams to design, implement, and govern AI/ML initiatives, ensuring responsible deployment and alignment with client goals while staying current with AI trends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–10 years of relevant experience in AI, Data Science, and/or Machine Learning.
• 2–4 years of direct experience managing technical teams.
• Proficient in Python, PySpark, and/or Scala.
• Experience building/deploying production AI/ML solutions on Databricks.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; able to work with diverse, hybrid/global teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI workstreams from design through production deployment on Databricks.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams delivering data pipelines and AI solutions.
• Engage actively with clients, guiding projects from planning to execution.
• Define user outcomes and prioritize reusable AI capabilities.
• Ensure responsible deployment, quality, and measurable business value.

Skills

Leadership

AI engineering

Databricks

Client engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Databricks

Job description

EY is seeking a Manager in Model Engineering to lead AI workstreams on the Databricks platform, guiding cross-functional teams in delivering scalable data pipelines and AI solutions. The role involves heavy client interaction and a product-centric approach to delivering measurable business value.

You will collaborate with diverse, global teams to design, implement, and govern AI/ML initiatives, ensuring responsible deployment and alignment with client goals while staying current with AI trends.