Req ID : FEQ427R279 Location : Tokyo, Japan At Databricks, our core values are at the heart of everything we do; a culture of proactiveness and customer‑centricity guides us to build a unified platform that makes data and AI accessible to everyone. In Japan Public Sector , we help central ministries, agencies, local governments, and public institutions use data and AI to deliver better, more trusted services to citizens. You will be the senior technical leader for a set of strategic public sector accounts in Japan, using your executive‑level technical credibility and government expertise to shape and execute their data and AI strategy. Reporting to: Director, Field Engineering, Japan The impact you will have Own technical strategy for key Japan public sector customers, defining the target architecture and roadmap for their Databricks‑based data and AI platform. Lead solution design for priority government use cases (e.g., citizen 360 and eligibility, program analytics, smart infrastructure, cybersecurity, fraud/waste/abuse). Design for security and compliance , ensuring architectures meet public sector expectations on data residency, access control, governance, and auditability. Turn pilots into platforms , linking Databricks to visible mission outcomes and using those wins to drive expansion across bureaus, departments, and levels of government. Influence the ecosystem , collaborating with SIs, cloud providers, and public sector partners to deliver integrated, production‑grade solutions on Databricks. Mentor others , coaching Solutions Architects and partners on how to work effectively with Japan public sector stakeholders and patterns on the Databricks platform. What we look for 5+ years in data platforms, analytics, or cloud architecture, including significant experience with public sector organizations in Japan . Proven ability to build trust with senior government stakeholders (CIO, CDO, chief architect, bureau/department leaders) and lead high‑stakes technical
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Req: FEQ427R187 Location: Tokyo, Japan We are looking for a Director, Field Engineering in Japan to join our world-class, hyper‑growth organization. In this role, you will lead first-line Managers and teams of pre-sales Solutions Architects , focusing on complex, strategic accounts and driving our expansion in Japan across manufacturing and automotive . You will partner closely with Sales to grow product consumption, while coaching sales and pre‑sales teams to operate as a single, high-performing unit. You are adept at articulating complex, business value‑focused solutions, supporting sophisticated enterprise sales cycles, and building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders in large Japanese corporations. This role reports to the Technical GM – Japan . The impact you will have Hire and manage first-line Managers and a growing team of technical pre‑sales Solutions Architects . Bui
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience; government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone
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