The Director of Field Engineering at Databricks will lead a team focused on partnering with Consumer Packaged Goods and Retail customers to leverage Data and AI solutions. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to drive growth and execute strategies that address critical business challenges. The director will foster a high-performing team culture while ensuring exceptional customer outcomes. The position requires a deep understanding of the Retail and CPG industry to build trusted relationships and promote a solution-based approach.

• At least 3 years of second-line leadership experience managing teams of 30+ individuals.
• 10+ years of overall leadership experience.
• Proven success leading high-growth enterprise software pre-sales organizations within Retail, CPG, cloud, data, analytics, or AI.
• Experience partnering with Retail and/or CPG customers on large-scale data, analytics, AI, or digital transformation initiatives.
• Ability to elevate executive engagement with a track record of driving large strategic transactions.
• Proven leadership ability to influence, develop, and empower teams.
• Strong operational leadership with experience implementing scalable processes.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

• Hire and manage first-line Managers and a growing team of technical pre-sales Solutions Architects.
• Build a collaborative culture within a rapid-growth team.
• Develop trusted, long-term executive relationships with customers.
• Help customers accelerate their Data and AI strategies across various business areas.
• Promote a solution- and value-based Field Engineering organization.
• Display an understanding of customer business priorities and revenue opportunities.
• Serve as a thought leader for Databricks within the Retail, CPG, Data, and AI ecosystem.