Manager, Field Engineering

Databricks is the Data and AI company trusted by more than 20,000 organizations globally, including 70 percent of the Fortune 500. The company operates a unified data and AI platform that enables enterprises to build, scale, and deploy data applications, analytics, and AI agents across their organizations.

With over 30 offices worldwide and a commitment to innovation in data infrastructure, Databricks continues to expand its presence across key markets. The company attracts leading organizations like Mastercard, Unilever, Rivian, and Block, who rely on its technology to transform how they work with data and artificial intelligence at scale.

You will lead a technical pre-sales team covering the Japan region as Manager, Field Engineering. In this role, you'll serve as a strategic leader at the intersection of technology and business, guiding Solutions Architects to design impactful solutions, drive regional growth, and build lasting customer partnerships. You'll report directly to the Technical GM – Japan and play an important part in Databricks' regional leadership presence.

What you'll do

• Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of pre-sales Solutions Architects while fostering psychological safety, continuous learning, and belonging aligned with company values.

• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Services, and other cross-functional teams to identify customer opportunities and deliver data-driven solutions that address business outcomes.

• Establish and refine best practices that enhance team efficiency, collaboration, and measurable business impact across the Japan region.

• Build strategic customer relationships and serve as an advisor during clients' digital transformation initiatives.

• Represent Databricks as part of the regional leadership team, contributing to local presence and an inclusive organizational culture.

What you'll bring

• Proven leadership experience managing technical teams in Big Data, Cloud, or SaaS environments, or equivalent hands-on engineering or consulting background.

• A demonstrated track record of coaching and developing high-performing, diverse teams.

• Strong technical background in Data Engineering, Databases, or Data Science, preferably with customer-facing or consulting experience.

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across Sales, Marketing, and other functional leaders.

• Fluency in Japanese; business-level English strongly preferred.

• Genuine enthusiasm for data, AI, and cloud technologies and the ability to connect these capabilities to measurable business results.

Nice to have

• Experience working in fast-growing technology companies or scaling pre-sales organizations.

• Familiarity with enterprise customer engagement patterns and digital transformation initiatives.

What they offer

• Comprehensive regional benefits and perks tailored to meet employee needs.

• Full-time employment in either Tokyo or Berlin location.