Databricks Solutions Architect

TEK Systems; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 125,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability

HSA

Transportation Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

TEKsystems Global Services in Dallas, TX is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to drive identification, scoping, and creation of solutions that cover technical approach, estimates, implementation, team structure, pricing and contracts.

The role requires leadership and deep knowledge of Databricks, Snowflake, cloud data services, and AI-enabled software delivery. This fully remote position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Technical bachelor’s degree in CS/IT.
• 12+ years in information technology or IT services.
• 5+ years in client-facing roles with PM/oversight.
• Hands-on design with cloud-native architectures, microservices, DevOps.
• Deep expertise in Databricks; Snowflake as secondary.
• Knowledge of Lake House, Data Lakes, Data Warehouse architectures.
• Experience with CI/CD: GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, CodeBuild, Azure Pipelines, Cloud Build, Jenkins.
• Experience with ETL/ELT tools: Matillion, Informatica, DataStage, DBT.
• Knowledge of AWS/Azure/GCP; Snowflake and Databricks.
• Preferred AI in software development, automation; multiple delivery methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to understand requirements and goals for data modernization and AI initiatives.
• Design and architect scalable, secure, high-performance data solutions.
• Provide technical leadership across the solution lifecycle from ideation to delivery.
• Outline solutions with diagrams, estimates, timelines, and costs.
• Coordinate with sales, contract teams, and delivery to ensure alignment.
• Present case studies and advise on service offerings within the practice.

Skills

Databricks

Snowflake

CI/CD

Cloud platforms

AI solutions

Data platforms

Solution architecture

Data engineering leadership

Education

Technical bachelor’s degree

Tools

GitLab CI

GitHub Actions

AWS CodeBuild

Azure Pipelines

GCP Cloud Build

Jenkins

Matillion

Informatica

DBT

Job description

Think of TEKsystems Global Services (TGS) as the growth solution for enterprises today. We unleash growth through technology, strategy, design, execution and operations with a customer-first mindset for bold business leaders. We deliver cloud, data and customer experience solutions. Our partnerships with leading cloud, design and business intelligence platforms fuel our expertise. We value deep relationships, dedication to serving others and inclusion. We drive positive outcomes for our people and our business, and we stay true to our commitments and act in harmony with our words. We exist to create significant opportunity for people to achieve fulfillment through career success.

Ready to join us?

Here’s what the opportunity supported through our TGS Talent Acquisition Team requires:

The SA will be the primary driver for identifying, scoping, and creating solutions/proposals that encompass technical approach, estimates, Implementation, team structure, pricing and contracts.

The SA will bring thought leadership, current industry know-how and applied solutions to improve existing service capabilities, engagement and delivery challenges and any research and development activities. Leadership and in-depth knowledge of the following would be required:

• Software development project qualification (size, technology fit, skillset fit, delivery location selection, risk).
• Experience in leading/Implementing Dashboards, ETL/ELT Development, AI solutions (software delivery leveraging DevOps), Data Platform and Integration Solutions
• Experience in leveraging capabilities, content, and assessment to develop solution vision with client.
• Experience in providing advisory consulting as well as delivery of services in the practice’s areas of expertise
• Consultative and personable data engineering leader who will provide advice and leading expertise on Databricks and have a deep understanding of cloud data services to become a key contributor to various large scale data projects.
• Understanding data platform services, including cloud foundations(AWS/Azure.GCP) and Landing Zones, software delivery/DevOps, integration, operations and security technical capabilities, delivery center capabilities, and proof points
• Packaging capabilities and solution content for use in sales and marketing activities
• Preparing value proposition and competitive positioning statements
• Providing feedback to practice leadership to develop, enhance and package new capabilities

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to understand their business requirements, challenges, and goals related to Application and data modernization, including modernization, automation, and data including AI, and generative AI initiatives.
• Design and architect scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions leveraging different data technologies
• Ensure solutions align with industry best practices, architectural principles, client terms and conditions, and adhere to relevant standards and regulations.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams throughout the solution lifecycle, from ideation to implementation and ongoing support.
• Outline solutions including diagrams, team member work estimates, timelines and costs to build the solutions you create
• Manage solution roadmap, planning, estimation, and initial delivery efforts through assessment and recommendations for successful delivery
• Participate in RFx Responses
• Work with Sales and Contract teams on Statements of Work to ensure the proposed solution is translated to contracts
• Collaborate with account executives to provide the technical sales support to close deals
• Coordinate with our delivery teams on project team members and assignment of the right teams to fit our customer need
• Present case studies to customers on work we have delivered
• Determine if our services are a fit for customers business requirement and direct them to the appropriate consulting practices within our organization
• Contribute to the outcomes in opportunity pursuits in landing, expanding, and protecting business
• Collaborate with practices on continued evolution of service offerings, presales & go-to market collaterals such as case study support, account profiling, client presentations design, etc
• Ensure proper turnover from solutioning to Delivery to ensure expectations, schedules and ramp up time frame is managed.
• Ensure client expectations are clearly communicated to Delivery (client environment, culture, key players, escalation points, roles and responsibilities, vision, issues, risks, objectives etc.).
• Participation in advisory & assessment activities
• Relationship Management and formal/informal status checks with clients.
• Providing advisory and thought leadership support to clients.

Qualification & Education

• A technical bachelor's degree (Computer Science, Information Technology/Systems)
• 12+ years of experience in information technology and/or IT professional services
• 5+ years in client facing roles developing new business and providing project management and oversight within professional services
• Hands-on experience in solution design and development with cloud-native architectures, microservices, containerization, and DevOps practices.
• Demonstrate deep expertise in Databricks as a primary and Snowflake as a secondary
• Demonstrate deep understanding in the following areas, Lake House, Data Lakes, Data Warehouse, & Medallion Architecture
• Extensive experience with CI/CD platforms such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, AWS CodeBuild, Azure Pipelines, GCP Cloud Build, and Jenkins.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding in creating ETL/ELT packages in Matillion, Informatica, DataStage, DBT
• Knowledge of the three main cloud providers (AWS,Azure,GCP)
• Knowledge of Snowflake and Databricks
• Preferred experience in AI technologies applied to software development, automation and business use case applications
• Prior experience in engagement management, project Management with full application development lifecycle using multiple methodologies (Agile, Scrum, RUP, Waterfall, etc.)
• Understanding of compatible platforms (snowflake, redshift)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Dallas, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $190000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protectedclassification.Additional earnings may be available through incentive programs like annual bonuses, profit sharing, etc.

Our full-time, internal employment benefits include the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life and AD&D for employee and dependents)
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 1, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands‑on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.