Databricks Solution Architect

Title: Databricks Solution Architect

Location: Frisco, Texas, United States

TITLE: Databricks Solution Architect POSITION TYPE: Full Time (W2) LOCATION: Frisco, TX (onsite) ABOUT WorldLink: WorldLink is a rapidly growing information technology company at the forefront of the tech transformation. From custom software development to cloud hosting, from big data to cognitive computing, we help companies harness and leverage today’s most cutting-edge digital technologies to create value and grow. Collaborative. Respectful. Work hard Play hard. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at WorldLink. We embrace a culture of experimentation and constantly strive for improvement and learning. We take pride in our employees and their future with continued growth and career advancement. We put TEAM first. We are a competitive group that like to win. We're grounded by humility and driven by ambition. We're passionate, and we love tough problems and new challenges. You don't hear a lot of "I don't know how" or "I can't" at WorldLink. If you are passionate about what you do and having fun while doing it; tired of rigid and strict work environments and would like to work in a non-bureaucratic startup cultural environment, WorldLink may be the place for you. For more information about our craft, visit . WHO we’re looking for: We are looking for a Databricks Solution Architect who will be responsible for leading the design and implementation of modern data and AI solutions for our enterprise clients. This is a technical leadership role responsible for translating complex customer requirements into scalable Databricks based architectures, driving pre-sales proposals, and building high performing technical teams. You will work with clients, sales teams, and delivery organizations to architect solutions that leverage the full Databricks platform, including Lakehouse, Unity Catalog, AI/ML tools, and data governance capabilities. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise with the Databricks platform, 10+ years of experience with data platform technologies, and a proven track record architecting and delivering enterprise data solutions. You combine technical depth with strong communication skills and a passion for customer success. Future Duties & Responsibilities - In this role, you will own the technical vision and execution of Databricks solutions, serving as the primary architect and thought leader for customers and internal teams. Role and Responsibilities: Architecture and Solution Design Conduct current state assessments of customer data environments and deliver future state architecture recommendations leveraging Databricks Lakehouse, Unity Catalog, and AI/ML capabilities. Design enterprise grade data solutions covering data ingestion, transformation, governance, analytics, and AI/ML workloads using Databricks SQL, Apache Spark, Delta Lake, and Mosaic AI. Develop data models and data product strategies aligned with customer business objectives and data maturity. Create detailed technical specifications, architecture diagrams, and implementation roadmaps for complex multi team engagements. Pre Sales and Proposal Leadership Lead technical discovery sessions with enterprise prospects to understand data infrastructure, pain points, and strategic priorities. Author technical sections of proposals, RFPs, and SOWs that clearly articulate solutions and value propositions. Deliver compelling technical presentations and proof of concept demonstrations to executive and technical audiences. Partner with sales teams to identify technical risks, scope solutions accurately, and structure deals for delivery success. Team Building and Delivery Leadership Build and mentor high performing technical teams of data engineers, data analysts, and junior architects. Lead solution delivery from kickoff through production deployment, ensuring quality, schedule, and customer satisfaction. Establish technical standards, best practices, and governance for Databricks implementations across the organization. Support customer enablement and knowledge transfer to ensure sustainable solutions and long term success. Platform and Product Expertise Drive adoption of Databricks AI tools including AI Dev Kit, Genie Code, and Genie for democratizing AI/ML development and analytics. Architect governance and security solutions using Unity Catalog, table access controls, and data lineage capabilities. Guide customers on Databricks best practices for warehouse optimization, cost management, and performance tuning. Stay current on Databricks roadmap and emerging capabilities, translating innovations into customer opportunities. Required Experience and Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered. 10+ years of experience architecting and implementing enterprise data solutions with modern data platforms. 3+ years of hands on experience with Databricks platform, including Lakehouse, Unity Catalog, Delta Lake, and Delta Live Tables. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their data services. Strong technical foundation in data engineering, SQL, Apache Spark, Python, and distributed computing concepts. Experience building data models, designing ETL/ELT pipelines, and implementing governance frameworks for enterprise data management. Demonstrated expertise in machine learning operations, AI/ML use cases, and modern AI platforms. Proven experience leading technical teams and mentoring junior architects and engineers. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to executive stakeholders and translate business requirements into technical solutions. Experience scoping large enterprise engagements and managing technical delivery across multiple work streams.

Preferred Qualifications:

Databricks certification (Databricks Certified Associate Data Engineer or Databricks Certified Professional Data Engineer). Background in pre sales or customer facing technical roles within a consulting or systems integrator environment. Knowledge of Databricks partner ecosystem and integration capabilities with tools like Tableau, Power BI, and Apache Airflow. Experience with data governance frameworks and compliance requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, SOX). Track record of building repeatable solutions and accelerators that drive customer value and operational efficiency. 1-2 years experience in Retail and commerical QSR Necessary Skills and Attributes: Self-motivated individual with the ability to thrive in a team-based or independent environment. Detail-oriented with strong organization skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Limited supervision and the exercise of discretion. Strong problem solving skills and ability to work through ambiguity and technical complexity. Consulting or systems-integration experience, including the ability to work across multiple teams and delivery workstreams with strong communication skills. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, clean, crawl, kneel, sit, sort, hold, squat, stoop, stand, twist the body, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs or ladders and scaffolding, talk or hear, and lift up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include ability to distinguish the nature of objects by using the eye. Operate a computer keyboard and view a video display terminal between 50% - 95% of work time, including prolonged periods of time. Requires considerable (90%+) work utilizing high visual acuity/detail, numeric/character distinction, and moderate hand/finger dexterity. Performs work under time schedules and stress which are normally periodic or cyclical, including time sensitive deadlines, intellectual challenge, some language barriers, and project management deadlines. May require working additional time beyond normal schedule and periodic travel. WHAT we’ll bring: During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-competitive benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include: Medical Plans Dental Plans Vision Plan Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Critical Illness/ Accident/ Hospital Indemnity/ Identity Theft Protection 401(k) WHAT you should know: Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. WorldLink is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All employment at WorldLink is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We endeavor to continue our footprint as a diverse organization by highlighting opportunities for all people. WorldLink considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, (including pregnancy and gender identity), age, national origin, political affiliation, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. People with disabilities who need assistance with any part of the application process should contact us. This job description is designed to cover the main responsibilities and duties of the role but is not designed to be a comprehensive list of all.