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full-timeForward Deployed Engineering - Senior Architect
Databricks · London
Education
- Level: Bachelor's degree
Key Skills
Notes
0-1 year experience eligible.
As a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) you will work with customers to build and productionize solutions to their data & AI challenges using the Databricks platform. You will own the architecture, lead design decisions, and implement end-to-end systems spanning data engineering, AI, and application development. We work cross-functionally to shape long-term strategic priorities and initiatives alongside engineering, product, and developer relations. FDEs deliver with customer empathy, integrating with client systems, training, and other technical needs to help customers get most value out of their data. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role for builders who thrive at the intersection of technology and business impact. The ideal candidate combines engineering expertise with adaptability, curiosity, and a passion for working with customers and teammates to solve complex problems that drive measurable outcomes. FDEs are billable and know how to complete projects according to specification with exceptional customer empathy. The impact you will have: Production Solution Delivery: Lead impactful customer technical projects by delivering production-grade systems, designing and building reference architectures, custom applications and data ingestion and ML/AI model integration Transformational Impact: Guide strategic customers as they implement transformational big data projects including end-to-end design, build and deployment of industry-leading big data and AI applications. Work with engagement managers to scope technical delivery work with input from the customer Empower Customers: Guide customers on architecture and design; bootstrap or implement customer projects which leads to a customers' successful understanding, evaluation and adoption of Databricks. Own the Architecture: Lead architecture and design decisions, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with both customer needs and Databricks best practices. Work with the Databricks technical team, Project Manager, Architect and Customer team to ensure the technical components of the engagement are delivered to meet customer's needs. Work with Engineering and Databricks Customer Support to provide product and implementation feedback and to guide rapid resolution for engagement specific product and support issues. Customer Immersion: Embed with customer teams, engaging with stakeholders from technical ICs to executives to deeply understand challenges and deliver impact. Reusable Assets & Scale: Contribute accelerators, frameworks, and best practices that scale impact across accounts and influence the Databricks product roadmap. What we look for: Strong years experience in data engineering, data platforms & analytics, or software engineering Comfortable writing code in either Python, Scala, JavaScript/TypeScript, and modern frameworks Working knowledge of two or more common Cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP) with expertise in at least one Deep experience with distributed computing with Apache Spark™ and knowledge of Spark runtime internals Familiarity with CI/CD for production deployments Working knowledge of MLOps, ML/AI models and AI APIs Design and deployment of performant production end-to-end data architectures and applications that combine data pipelines, ML/AI models, and user-facing interfaces. Experience with technical project delivery - managing scope, timelines and measurable outcomes, translating complex concepts into actionable solutions. Documentation and white-boarding skills. Experience working with enterprise clients and managing conflicts across a broad stakeholder range Build skills in technical areas, and demonstrate curiosity, adaptability, and eagerness to explore new technologies which support the deployment and integration of Databricks-based solutions to complete customer projects. Travel to customers 20% of the time Databricks Certification preferred but not essential 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
Skills for this role
| Role | Forward Deployed Engineering - Senior Architect |
|---|---|
| Company | Databricks |
| Location | London |
| Type | full-time |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Deadline | Rolling |
Typical process for this type of role
A general guide — the exact steps for this specific listing may vary; check the original posting for details.
- 1ApplicationSubmit your resume through the apply link.
- 2ScreeningRecruiter reviews your background against the role.
- 3AssessmentA technical test, assignment, or coding round, depending on the role.
- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
Before you apply
0/4About Databricks
Databricks is a data and AI company that provides a unified platform built on an open lakehouse architecture. The platform is designed to help organizations manage data, analytics, and AI governance in one place, enabling both technical teams and general users to build, deploy, and manage production-ready applications and AI agents. Founded in 2013 by the creators of the lakehouse architecture and several open-source projects, the company focuses on democratizing data insights through automation and natural language tools. Databricks serves over 20,000 customers globally, including more than 60% to 70% of the Fortune 500. Headquartered in San Francisco, the company maintains a global presence supported by a network of over 1,200 cloud, ISV, and consulting partners.
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