Solutions Architect – Digital Sovereignty

Databricks

. Act as the trusted technical advisor on digital sovereignty for strategic and regulated customers across Germany, from initial CIO/CISO conversation through production .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in digital sovereignty, technical pre-sales, and solution architecture, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and cloud infrastructure. Proficient in building customer prototypes and engaging with C-level executives in both German and English.

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Fluent GermanTechnical Pre-Sales ExperienceCloud Infrastructure KnowledgeHands-On Coding in Python and SQLRegulatory Compliance Expertise

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Hard Skills

Solution ArchitectureData PlatformsApache SparkDatabricksNetworkingEncryptionObject StorageAI-Assisted DevelopmentTerraformSQL

Soft Skills

Influencing OutcomesCross-Functional CollaborationCustomer EngagementTechnical Advisory

Tools & Technologies

AzureAWSGCPMinIODelta LakeApache IcebergVPNIdentity and Access ManagementCoding AssistantsAI Tools

Industry Keywords

CLOUD ActGDPRNIS2DORABSI C5KRITISSovereigntyData ProtectionCustomer PrototypesPrivate Connectivity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ApacheAWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformPythonSparkSQLTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the trusted technical advisor on digital sovereignty for strategic and regulated customers across Germany, from initial CIO/CISO conversation through production
Design and validate sovereign reference architectures
Run complex proofs of concept and pilots covering performance, scalability, security, network connectivity, and varied data volumes
Translate proof-of-concept results into clear go/no-go recommendations
Collaborate with sovereign cloud and storage partners on solution design, technical enablement, co-selling, and joint customer workshops
Position Databricks in sovereignty discussions involving CLOUD Act, GDPR, NIS2, DORA, BSI C5, EU Data Act, open formats, and exit strategies
Feed field requirements back to Product and Engineering
Collaborate with Legal, Security, and Compliance on customer questions
Build reusable reference architectures, demos, proof-of-concept playbooks, Terraform/automation templates, and customer-facing collateral in German and English
Build Databricks' visibility on sovereignty in the German market through workshops, meetups, webinars, and conference talks
Rapidly turn customer conversations into working prototypes using AI-assisted development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Fluent German and business-level English; both used daily with customers, partners and internally
Substantial experience in technical pre-sales, solution architecture or consulting, including complex enterprise customer interactions across the full sales lifecycle
Hands-on experience with data platforms in at least one major public cloud: Azure, AWS or GCP; ideally including Apache Spark and/or Databricks
Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, including networking, private connectivity, VPN, private endpoints, identity and access management, encryption, and key management such as BYOK/HYOK
Experience with object storage and open table formats, including S3-compatible storage such as MinIO, Delta Lake, or Apache Iceberg
Experience with secure data sharing patterns
Good working knowledge of the regulatory and sovereignty landscape in Germany and the EU, including GDPR, CLOUD Act implications, NIS2, DORA, BSI C5, and KRITIS
Ability to discuss regulatory and sovereignty topics confidently with CISOs, data protection officers, and procurement
Ability to drive technical and business conversations with C-level executives, orchestrate cross-functional and partner teams, and influence outcomes toward long-term customer success
Hands-on coding ability in Python and SQL
Daily, fluent use of AI tools, including coding assistants and agents
Ability to build credible, working customer prototypes with AI assistance and recognize where output requires personal judgment
Willingness to travel within Germany for customer and partner meetings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits and perks, with specific details offered in the Germany region provided via the employer's benefits document
Remote work option from anywhere in Germany
Option to work from a Databricks office
Opportunities to collaborate with Field Engineering leadership, Product, and the partner ecosystem