Senior Solution Architect (pre-sales)

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

Everpure (NYSE: P) has evolved from storage pioneer to data platform, closing fiscal 2026 with $3.7 billion in revenue, its first billion-dollar quarter, and accelerating growth into FY27. Our strategic agenda spans the companies defining the next era of technology - hyperscalers, AI labs, the AI hardware supply chain, data platform providers, and the broader AI ecosystem. This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us. Senior Technical Design Architect — Japan THE ROLE As a Senior Technical Design Architect, you will design and deliver customer solutions that connect Pure Storage data services to enterprise infrastructure and application environments. The role is primarily focused on storage, data migration, data protection, DR/BCP, and platform integration, while expanding into cloud-native and delivery automation capabilities Role emphasis : the role is primarily centered on enterprise storage infrastructure and data services, while also expecting the ability and motivation to develop practical capability in cloud-native technologies and automation-led delivery. You are not expected to be a Cloud Native expert on day one; however, you should have more than a superficial understanding of the fundamentals and demonstrate the curiosity and commitment to apply and deepen this capability, including in Portworx-related project delivery You will work across pre-sales and post-sales delivery, partnering with Sales, Product Marketing, Business Development, Services, Engineering, customers, and partners across Japan. You will translate business and technical requirements into clear architectures, implementation plans, and successful outcomes WHAT YOU'LL DO Lead or contribute to solution design, scoping, architecture reviews, proofs of concept, and implementation for storage, data protection, migration, replication, clustering, virtualization, an

About the Team The AI Architect team partners with organizations to turn OpenAI's most capable models into meaningful, real-world impact. We work with customers across industries and digital-native businesses to identify where AI can create value, design secure and scalable solutions, and help those solutions move from early exploration into sustained production adoption. The team brings together technical strategy, customer partnership, and practical deployment expertise, working closely with Sales, Product, Engineering, Research, and specialist delivery teams. About the Role As an AI Architect, you will be the senior technical owner for a named portfolio of customers and the primary technical counterpart to their leadership teams. You will act as the “CTO of your book of business”, shaping each customer's AI strategy and guiding their journey from pre-sales discovery and solution evaluation through deployment, adoption, and measurable business impact. You will own the technical account plan across ChatGPT Enterprise, the OpenAI API, Codex, and other agentic AI solutions. In partnership with the Account Director, you will translate business priorities into a focused use-case portfolio, an actionable adoption roadmap, and a clear path to durable customer value and growth. The Account Director owns commercial strategy; you own the technical strategy, customer journey, and path to production value. You will remain accountable for the technical outcome while bringing in the right specialists across deployment, implementation, enablement, security, product, and partners to provide deeper expertise and execute work where needed. This role calls for strong industry fluency, sound architectural judgment, and the ability to move confidently between executive strategy and hands-on technical conversations. In this role, you will: Serve as the primary technical advisor and long-term technical relationship owner for a named portfolio of existing customers and pre-sales prospect

About the Team The Applied AI Architect team partners with organizations to turn OpenAI's most capable models into meaningful, real-world impact. We work with customers across industries to identify where AI can create value, design secure and scalable solutions, and help those solutions move from early exploration into sustained production adoption. The team brings together technical strategy, customer partnership, and practical deployment expertise, working closely with Sales, Product, Engineering, Research, and specialist delivery teams. About the Role As the Manager of Applied AI Architects in Tokyo, you will lead a team of senior technical leaders responsible for the technical strategy, customer journey, and path to production value for OpenAI's largest and most complex customers across Japan. Your team will act as the “CTO of the book of business,” partnering with customer executives and technical teams from pre-sales discovery and solution evaluation through deployment, adoption, and measurable business impact. You will set the operating model for how Applied AI Architects own technical account plans across ChatGPT Enterprise, the OpenAI API, Codex, and other agentic AI solutions. In close partnership with Sales leadership and Account Directors, you will help prioritize customer portfolios, allocate technical resources, and ensure business priorities translate into focused use cases, credible architectures, actionable adoption roadmaps, and durable customer value and growth. You will remain accountable for the team's technical outcomes while developing its people and bringing in the right specialists across deployment, implementation, enablement, security, product, research, and partners. You will serve as an executive technical sponsor for critical engagements, a senior voice of the customer inside OpenAI, and a cross-functional leader who can move confidently between Japan strategy, executive decision-making, architectural depth, and hands-on coaching. In t

About Anthropic Anthropic’s mission is to create reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems. We want AI to be safe and beneficial for our users and for society as a whole. Our team is a quickly growing group of committed researchers, engineers, policy experts, and business leaders working together to build beneficial AI systems. About the role As an Enterprise Account Executive, System Integrators based in Tokyo, you'll be the critical link between Anthropic and Japan's leading system integrator ecosystem. You'll build and deepen strategic partnerships with major SIers — enabling them to confidently sell, implement, and support Anthropic's AI solutions within their own client portfolios. This is a high-impact, relationship-driven role that directly shapes how frontier AI reaches Japan's largest enterprises. Key responsibilities Own and grow revenue generated through SIer channels by developing joint go-to-market strategies, co-selling motions, and enablement programs with Japan's top system integrators Build and execute partner territory plans, identifying and prioritizing relationships across tier-1 and regional SIers — including firms across IT consulting, systems integration, and managed services practices Lead strategic engagement with senior SIer leadership — including practice heads, solution architects, pre-sales directors, and partner managers — building the technical confidence and commercial alignment needed to close enterprise deals Orchestrate internal teams (Product, Engineering, Applied AI, Partnerships, Marketing) to deliver enablement resources, joint solution frameworks, and go-to-market collateral that equips SIer partners to position and deploy Anthropic's AI solutions effectively Act as the primary escalation and support point for SIer partners navigating complex enterprise opportunities, ensuring deal momentum and customer satisfaction across the full sales cycle Preferred qualifications 8+ years of enterprise sales or partner management

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 . Build a highly collaborative culture within a rapid‑growth team, embodying and promoting Databricks’ customer‑obsessed , team‑oriented , and diverse culture. Increase the return on investment of SA involvement in sales cycles by ensuring the right technical coverage and engagement model. Build long-term, trust-based relationships with customers; understand the local market landscape and trends, and report on forces that shape the strategic direction of accounts. Champion a solution- and value-based selling motion across Field Engineering. Demonstrate a strong understanding of business needs and revenue potential across your territory. Build the Databricks brand in Japan in partnership with the Marketing and Sales teams. What we look for Second-line leadership experience (manager of managers) leading teams of 20+ individuals. Demonstrated success in high‑growth enterprise software pre‑sales, with senior‑level tenure at a reputable software company and deep experience in the Japan market . Proven ability to elevate customer engagement, with a track record of closing large, complex transac