Job Description

The Talent Source has partnered with a PE backed firm in the search for a Databricks Architect to lead the design and execution of a modern data platform that powers enterprise-wide analytics and AI initiatives.

This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives at the intersection of architecture, engineering, and business value creation

What You’ll Do

• Architect and build a scalable Databricks Lakehouse platform to unify data across multiple systems (ERP, CRM, field operations, IoT, etc.)
• Lead the design of end-to-end data pipelines (ELT/ETL) leveraging Databricks, Spark, and cloud-native services
• Partner with business and technology leaders to deliver real-time insights, advanced analytics, and AI/ML use cases
• Establish data governance, quality, and MDM frameworks to ensure trusted enterprise data
• Roll up your sleeves—this is a player-coach role, actively contributing to architecture, code, and implementation
• Build and mentor a high-performing data engineering and analytics team

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a Lead Architect capacity, with strong hands-on technical depth
• Deep expertise in Databricks, including Delta Lake, Spark, and Lakehouse architecture
• Experience integrating data across multiple ERP and SaaS platforms
• Strong background in data modeling, pipeline design, and cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS)
• Track record of delivering business-impacting data & AI solutions in complex, multi-entity environments
• Ability to communicate effectively with executive stakeholders and translate data into business value

Why this opportunity

• Opportunity to build and own the data platform from the ground up
• High visibility role with direct impact on growth
• Collaborative, fast-moving environment where execution matters
• Competitive compensation aligned to Director-level talent

Location: Flexible / Remote with travel as needed

Level: Director (Hands-On Architect)

Candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as no visa sponsorship is available at this time.