Specialist Solutions Architect - Cloud Infrastructure & Platform (AWS)

Databricks; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

Databricks is seeking an Infrastructure & Platform Specialist Solutions Architect (SSA) to guide enterprise customers in designing, deploying, and securing Databricks on AWS. This role allows remote work within the United States and requires deep expertise across AWS, IaC, networking, and data platforms.

You will lead architecture discussions, demonstrate Databricks differentiation, and orchestrate cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive, scalable solutions for complex customer needs.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in solutions architecture, technical pre-sales, or senior hands-on role.
• Strong coding in Python and SQL; live coding and debugging required.
• Advanced expertise in AWS networking, security controls, and IAM solutions.
• Experience with IaC tools to build and manage complex AWS environments.

Responsibilities

• Guide enterprise customers through the full lifecycle of Databricks on AWS, from design to production deployment.
• Architect secure, scalable enterprise deployments with VPCs, PrivateLink and IAM.
• Act as SME in AWS infrastructure, IaC, networking, and identity management.
• Drive technical wins by showcasing Databricks differentiators through custom solutions.
• Coordinate across DSAs, SAs, SSAs, and Partners to deliver complete customer solutions.
• Influence product direction with feedback on customer requirements and gaps.

Skills

Solutions architecture

Python

SQL

Security & IAM

Networking

IaC

Databricks Platform

Communication

Travel up to 30%

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

AWS CDK

Job description

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As an Infrastructure & Platform Specialist Solutions Architect (SSA), you will serve as a trusted technical advisor, guiding enterprise customers through the architecture, administration, and security of their Databricks deployments on Amazon Web Services (AWS). You combine deep technical expertise with strategic thinking to position Databricks as the foundation of your customers’ data and AI strategy.

This role can be remote.

The Impact You Will Have

• Guide strategic customers through the full lifecycle of Databricks on AWS, including platform administration from initial architectural design to production deployment
• Architect secure, scalable enterprise deployments that satisfy complex AWS networking (VPCs, PrivateLink), identity (AWS IAM / AWS IAM Identity Center), and security compliance standards
• Serve as a subject matter expert in core areas such as AWS infrastructure, infrastructure-as-code (IaC), cloud networking, and identity management
• Drive technical wins in competitive scenarios by demonstrating Databricks’ differentiation through custom-built solutions
• Orchestrate cross-functional resources (DSAs, SAs, SSAs, Partners) to deliver comprehensive solutions for complex customer needs
• Influence product direction by providing structured feedback on customer requirements and competitive gaps

What We Look For

• 6+ years in solutions architecture, technical pre-sales, or a senior hands-on technical role
• Advanced expertise across the following areas:
  • Security & Identity: AWS security controls, platform/network/data security, encryption, vulnerability management, compliance, and identity protocols (AWS IAM, AWS IAM Identity Center, SCIM, OAuth, SAML, Federation)
  • Networking & Deployments: AWS enterprise networking (VPC peering, AWS Direct Connect, PrivateLink), network routing, performance optimization, and large-scale deployment management
  • Platform Administration: High availability, disaster recovery, cluster orchestration, observability (Amazon CloudWatch, AWS CloudTrail), and AWS Cost Management
  • Infrastructure Automation (InfraOps): Hands-on automation using IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, AWS CDK) to build, maintain, and scale complex AWS environments
• Strong coding proficiency in Python and SQL — you must demonstrate live coding, debugging, and solution-building skills
• Deep expertise in distributed data systems architecture: designing scalable pipelines, streaming architectures, lakehouse patterns, and cloud-native data platforms
• Proficient on the Databricks Platform (or demonstrated ability to achieve proficiency rapidly) with a developing technical specialization in one area (e.g., real-time/streaming, ML/AI, data governance, migrations)
• Proven ability to lead architecture discussions with senior technical stakeholders — whiteboarding, design reviews, and trade-off analysis
• Track record of driving platform adoption and consumption growth within accounts
• Excellent communication skills — able to translate complex architectures into business value for both technical and executive audiences
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a quantitative discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Willingness to travel up to 30% as needed

Nice to Have

• Databricks certifications (Data Engineer, ML, Platform)
• AWS certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, AWS Certified Data Engineer)
• Experience with competitive platforms (Snowflake, AWS native services, Azure Synapse) — understanding the landscape you’ll position against
• Background in a data/AI company or cloud provider

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.

Local Pay Range

$180,000—$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

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