Databricks COE Lead

A BIT ABOUT WAVICLE
Wavicle Data Solutions leverages Cloud, Data & Analytics technologies to deliver complex business & digital transformation solutions to our clients. As a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with a 40%+ women workforce, Wavicle fosters a diverse & equitable environment where innovative professionals come together as a team and enable our clients to realize their goals in their transformation journey. Our team members collaborate by infusing their creative problem solving skills, agile working & tech know-how to drive value for our clients.
At Wavicle, a Top Workplace award winner, you’ll find a challenging and rewarding work environment where our 500+ team members based in US, India Canada work from 42 cities in a remote/hybrid, digitally connected way. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes: healthcare, retirement, life insurance, short/long-term disability, unlimited paid time off, short-term incentive plans (annual bonus) and long-term incentive plans.
WHY WAVICLE?
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THE OPPORTUNITY
As a Databricks COE (Center of Excellence) Leader, you will drive innovation, architecture, and adoption of Databricks’ data and AI platform across a diverse set of client engagements. You will provide technical leadership in solution design, performance optimization, and advanced analytics use cases, while also playing a pivotal role in strengthening our relationship with Databricks as a strategic partner. This role combines deep technical expertise with a passion for collaboration, thought leadership, and building influence within the Databricks partner ecosystem.

WHAT YOU WILL GET TO DO

• Solution Design & Delivery 
• Architect scalable data and AI solutions using Databricks, aligned with customer goals and industry best practices. 
• Lead high-impact engagements across data engineering, data science, and ML/AI workloads. 
• Ensure successful integration of Databricks within cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP). 
• Build reference architectures, accelerators, and reusable assets for repeatable client success. 


• Customer & Partner Engagement 
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding business needs and translating them into technical solutions. 
• Lead POCs and client workshops to demonstrate Databricks capabilities and value. 
• Provide post-implementation support and guide customers through optimization and scale. 
• Participate and contribute to presales efforts and actively engage in discovery sessions with the client.
 
• Databricks Partner Program Leadership  
• Act as the primary technical liaison for the Databricks partnership, driving joint GTM activities, solution alignment, and strategic initiatives. 
• Influence and shape the partner relationship by engaging in joint marketing, co-sell motions, roadmap alignment, and feedback loops. 
• Represent Wavicle in Databricks partner forums, technical communities, and summits. 


• Internal Enablement & Thought Leadership 
• Mentor internal teams on Databricks architecture, tools, and best practices. 
• Build internal capabilities through training programs, certifications, and knowledge sharing. 
• Publish blogs, whitepapers, or speak at events to establish thought leadership in the Databricks space. 

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• 10+ years of experience in data engineering, data architecture, or related fields with significant hands-on expertise in Databricks. 
• Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), especially cloud-native services and security. 
• Strong skills in Python, Spark, and SQL for distributed data processing. 
• Understanding of ML lifecycle and experience with frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn. 
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence both technical and business stakeholders. 


• Preferred Qualifications: 
• Databricks certifications (e.g., Lakehouse Fundamentals, Data Engineer Associate/Professional, Machine Learning certifications). 
• Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert). 
• Experience in partner-facing roles or supporting ISV/partner alliances. 


• Key Competencies: 
• Strategic and forward-thinking mindset.
• Strong customer and partner relationship skills. 
• Collaborative and adaptable across cross-functional teams.
• Influencer and advocate within technical and partner communities.
• Bias for action, ownership, and results.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Denta