Sr. Technical Program Manager, Professional Services - Communications, Media,Entertainment Gamin

The Technical Program Manager is a key driver in Databricks Professional Services, focusing on accelerating and de‑risking customer outcomes within the Communications, Media, Entertainment & Gaming sector. While hands‑on coding is not required, the role demands technical acumen and strategic influence to guide complex engagements to successful delivery.

• Guide technical teams through key architectural decisions, helping them navigate trade‑offs between established and innovative approaches.
• Proactively identify and mitigate technical risks and dependencies that could impact project timelines and goals.
• Individually deliver on commitments by producing high‑quality deliverables, status reports, program plans, and customer responses that require minimal rework.
• Effectively manage all aspects of a program, including scope, schedule, budget, risk, and resources, with a focus on technical complexity.
• Act as the primary point of escalation for customers regarding technical delivery issues and, as needed, escalate to other parts of Databricks for rapid resolution.
• Build trust and credibility with technical teams and stakeholders by clearly articulating Databricks’ vision and solutions and facilitating productive, goal‑oriented meetings.

• Experience managing large, complex engagements and mitigating unexpected technical challenges.
• Familiarity with managing the trade‑offs between scope, budget, and timeline.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience with BI, data management, and big data technologies is preferred.

• Proven ability to multitask and manage multiple engagements while delivering a high level of customer satisfaction.

Databricks is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range(s) for this role represent the expected base salary range for non‑commissionable roles or on‑target earnings for commissionable roles. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job‑related skills, depth of experience, relevant certifications and training, and specific work location. The total compensation package may also include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. Individuals looking for employment 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.