Women in Data® · 15 hours ago
Databricks Associate Director
New York, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/ExecutiveKubrick is a company that partners with leading organizations to modernize their data platforms for the age of AI. They are seeking a Databricks Associate Director to shape and lead their Databricks capability in the US, focusing on technical assurance, client engagements, and strategic partnerships. The role involves mentoring teams and driving innovation in data engineering and AI solutions.
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Hiring Manager
Magda Kipzak
Responsibilities
Drive the evolution of Kubrick’s US Databricks proposition—across delivery models, commercial positioning, training, and go-to-market strategy
Provide hands-on technical assurance for complex Databricks deployments, ensuring performance, governance, and security across highly regulated industries
Lead client engagements from presales to delivery, shaping solutions that maximise business value whilst managing risk
Act as a strategic partner—co-leading our relationship with Databricks, supporting joint initiatives, and co-developing reusable IP to accelerate adoption
Mentor and upskill internal teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in data engineering and AI solutions
Own and evolve Kubrick’s Databricks strategy in the US, ensuring alignment with client needs and partner collaboration
Shape presales and solution design activities, including architecture, proofs of concept, and proposals
Oversee solution assurance and provide escalation support on critical deployments
Collaborate across practices to deliver AI, advanced analytics, and platform solutions powered by Databricks
Develop and scale accelerators, frameworks, and reusable assets to drive consistent client impact
Govern delivery outcomes, tracking progress, protecting margins, and maintaining quality
Qualification
Required
Proven experience designing, leading, and assuring Databricks implementations in production (cloud, hybrid, on-premises)
Strong track record in cloud-native deployments
Ability to lead teams, resolve challenges, and communicate confidently with stakeholders from engineers to senior executives
Commercial acumen—supporting presales, shaping solutions, managing risk, and articulating Databricks' business value
Commitment to mentoring and building internal capability around Databricks
Deep knowledge of the software engineering lifecycle and modern data engineering practices
Experience in consulting or enterprise environments, working across multidisciplinary teams
Broader exposure to modern data platforms (Snowflake, Starburst, Power BI, Azure, AWS, Python)
Experience with AI/ML solutions leveraging Databricks
Understanding of multi-platform ecosystems where Databricks is one element of a wider technology landscape
Benefits
Healthcare, Dental & Vision Insurance
401k program / company match
Option to purchase additional voluntary benefits
Access to upskilling opportunities and clear progression path
Company
Women in Data®
Women are hugely under-represented in the Data industry – as things stand, male Analysts and Data Scientists outnumber their female colleagues 4 to 1.
Founded in 2014
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase