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Mission
Databricks is at the forefront of enabling digital transformation in the public sector. We are expanding our footprint to meet the growing global government demand for AI and data capabilities. Having secured crucial security certifications and compliance standards across multiple jurisdictions, our Data Intelligence Platform is uniquely positioned to address the complex challenges faced by government institutions worldwide. We are seeking a visionary leader to spearhead our Global Public Sector Strategy.
The ideal candidate will bring deep public sector expertise, a proven track record of driving growth in regulated markets, and the ability to translate government requirements into actionable business strategies.
This role presents an exceptional opportunity to:
- Shape how governments leverage AI and data to better serve citizens
- Build and execute a multi-year strategy across diverse international markets
- Partner with government stakeholders to drive innovation in public services
- Lead high-impact initiatives that modernize critical government infrastructure
- Develop strategic partnerships with system integrators and technology providers
- Scale our public sector presence while navigating complex regulatory environments
Required Qualifications:
- 15+ years of experience, with at least 8 years specifically in public sector technology sales, strategy, or consulting
- Proven track record of developing and executing large-scale public sector strategies
- Experience working with multiple international government entities and understanding their unique procurement processes
- Strong background in enterprise technology, cloud computing, or data analytics
- Demonstrated success in building and managing strategic partnerships with system integrators and technology vendors
- Deep understanding of government security requirements and compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, IRAP, IL5, etc.)
- Track record of achieving significant revenue growth in public sector markets
- Advanced degree in Business, Public Policy, Technology, or related field
About Databricks
Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide — including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark™, Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.
Benefits
At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region, please visit https://www.mybenefitsnow.com/databricks.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
Compliance
If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.
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