Senior Solution Architect Lead – Databricks (Remote)

Acxiom; Lansing (MI); Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Acxiom is seeking a Principal Solution Architect to lead client-focused solution strategy from pre-sales through delivery. You will design enterprise-scale architecture, ensure alignment with standards, and drive client value across multiple industries.

The role requires deep cloud data platform expertise (Snowflake, Databricks) and a track record in data-driven marketing, real-time architectures, and AI/ML-enabled analytics. Remote work options and senior leadership interaction are key aspects.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of combined experience in technical pre-sales and solution implementation.
• 15+ years of experience in client-facing roles, including executive-level engagement.
• 5+ years of experience in data-driven marketing environments (database, direct, or digital marketing).
• Bachelors Degree and/or equivalent experience.
• Cloud platform expertise (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Non-cloud to cloud migration strategies.
• Snowflake, Databricks, or similar data platforms.
• Clean room technologies.
• Customer Data Platforms (CDP / Customer 360).
• Real-time data processing architectures.
• AI/ML-enabled analytics solutions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic advisor to clients, aligning technical solutions with business objectives and long-term vision.
• Lead solution design for complex, enterprise-scale engagements across multiple clients or industries.
• Own scoping, estimation, and cost modeling for large and complex opportunities.
• Review and validate proposals for technical integrity, feasibility, risk, and alignment to standards.
• Deliver impactful technical presentations tailored to varying stakeholder audiences.
• Own the transition from pre-sales to delivery, ensuring continuity and execution success.
• Provide ongoing leadership and oversight throughout implementation.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, optimized, and deliver measurable client value.
• Drive successful adoption and realization of solutions within client environments.
• Develop and share technical best practices, frameworks, and reusable assets.
• Mentor and guide less experienced architects and team members.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

equivalent experience

Tools

Snowflake

Databricks

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Acxiom is seeking a Principal Solution Architect to lead client-focused solution strategy from pre-sales through delivery. You will design enterprise-scale architecture, ensure alignment with standards, and drive client value across multiple industries.

The role requires deep cloud data platform expertise (Snowflake, Databricks) and a track record in data-driven marketing, real-time architectures, and AI/ML-enabled analytics. Remote work options and senior leadership interaction are key aspects.