Senior Principal, Market Solutions (Databricks)

Job title: Senior Principal, Market Solutions (Databricks)

About the Role As Senior Principal, Market Solutions (Databricks) you will lead Databricks projects within Slalom's Data and AI practice, shaping architecture, guiding data engineering teams, and driving business outcomes for clients. You will act as a Databricks SME, mentor colleagues, and help grow Slalom's footprint in the market.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate closely with data leaders to drive sales, recruiting, account management, consulting, and operational excellence across the practice
• Be part of our growing Databricks Center of Excellence and focus on leading on Databricks projects
• Act as a Databricks SME, supporting business development efforts and guiding clients through best practices in architecture, data engineering, and scalable analytics
• Drive innovation and performance through a team-based approach that values output, ownership, and employee wellbeing
• Lead and manage project risk—including planning, budgeting, deliverables, and executive-level alignment
• Deepen Slalom’s presence in the market by developing proposals, SOWs, and strategies to grow our footprint within existing accounts
• Provide technical and architectural guidance on Databricks, modern data platforms, and cloud-native solutions to both clients and Slalom team members
• Be a mentor and thought leader, regularly recommending emerging technologies and tools that align with client goals and future-state data strategies
• Bring a business-first lens to every conversation, driving impactful, tech-enabled outcomes that elevate our clients’ competitive edge

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years of experience in data engineering or architecture, with a minimum of 6+ years of extensive hands-on experience with Databricks, including Delta Lake, Delta Live Tables, and Unity Catalog
• Mastery of Big Data Platforms, Cloud Data Warehouses, and Object-Oriented Programming
• Expertise in NoSQL Databases, Container Management Systems, and AI/ML tools
• Deep understanding of how AI can be used to accelerate platform deployment and delivery of Databricks-based solutions

Compensation & Benefits

• Holistic wellbeing, meaningful allowances, and investment in our team’s professional, technical, and personal growth
• Strong focus on work-life balance and the ability to be ourselves in the workplace
• Slalom is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants; we do not discriminate on grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender identity, or other protected characteristics