Principal Solution Architect – Databricks & AI

Versent is seeking a Principal Solution Architect - Databricks & AI to lead enterprise-scale Data & AI transformations for some of Australia's most recognised organisations.

This is a senior customer-facing consulting role for a proven Databricks expert who can influence executive stakeholders, define modern data strategies, and architect AI-enabled solutions that drive real business outcomes.

You'll act as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them unlock the value of the Databricks Platform, modernise their data ecosystems, and adopt emerging AI capabilities including GenAI, Agentic AI, RAG, Vector Search and intelligent data products.

What You'll Do

• Lead architecture strategy and transformation engagements centred on the Databricks Lakehouse Platform.
• Define enterprise Data & AI roadmaps, operating models and governance frameworks.
• Architect modern data platforms across Azure and AWS.
• Design and guide implementation of AI-powered data products using Databricks Mosaic AI.
• Advise clients on GenAI, Machine Learning, Data Governance, MLOps and Agentic AI capabilities.
• Facilitate executive workshops, architecture reviews and strategic planning sessions.
• Provide thought leadership across Databricks, AI, analytics and modern data architectures.
• Support opportunity shaping, solution design and key client pursuits.
• Develop reusable architecture patterns, reference architectures and best practices for the broader Data & AI practice.

What You'll Bring

You'll have:

• Previous experience as a Solution Architect, Principal Architect or Data Architect in a consulting environment.
• Enterprise and solution architecture expertise across modern cloud data platforms, with deep experience designing and governing large-scale environments on AWS and Azure.
• Recognised Databricks authority with advanced capability across Lakehouse architecture, Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, data engineering frameworks, platform governance, and architectural best practice.
• Proven ability to architect AI-enabled data platforms leveraging Databricks Mosaic AI, Vector Search, Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), Model Serving, MLflow, and emerging agentic AI capabilities.
• Strong understanding of modern data ecosystems including Snowflake and adjacent analytics, governance, and AI platform patterns.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to connect business strategy with practical technology outcomes.

Certifications

At Versent, certifications are more than credentials. They demonstrate commitment to our strategic partners and ongoing expertise in an evolving technology landscape.

Essential

• Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional
• Demonstrated enterprise Databricks delivery experience across architecture, governance, engineering, and AI implementations

Nice to Have

• Databricks Certified Machine Learning Professional
• Databricks Certified Generative AI Engineer Associate
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Life at Versent

We're a diverse team of motivated humans who think outside the box and strive to deliver what others might consider impossible. At Versent we truly care about our people and put real focus on cultivating a culture of learning, collaboration and growth. We provide our teams with the space, trust, and support, to deliver the best work of their careers. To enable this, we have a culture that places a high value on continual feedback, excellence, and invention anchored in customer success.

We also offer our team:

• Flexibility: We give you the freedom to excel, providing as much autonomy and flexibility around when you work so you can manage your time in a way that best suits you to get the job done.

• Learning: We are passionate about continuous improvement and care about you investing in and developing your craft. Our Craft 180 Program is a holistic strategy for ongoing, meaningful skill and capability development with an ultimate goal to create an environment where people can learn and contribute in different ways to develop, practice and become masters of their craft.

• Access to Benefits That Fit Your Life: From salary packaging and purchased leave to novated leasing options, we offer a range of benefits designed to suit different lifestyles and priorities. There’s something for everyone.

• Health & Wellbeing Programmes: We focus on you as a whole person, with wellbeing initiatives that are to support you mentally, physically, emotionally and financially.

• Connection: Regular social activities across your team and the organisation.

• Recognition: We offer several reward & recognition programmes to acknowledge the amazing work that you do!

• Career opportunity: We provide the opportunity to work on diverse projects and initiatives that enable you to create a brilliant career.

At Versent, we don't adhere to a one-size-fits-all hiring strategy. We understand that you might not fulfill all the criteria for this position. Our celebration of diverse perspectives isn't just a value, it's a way to gain an edge. If you believe this opportunity is where you can thrive, don't be shy and apply!

If you require any accommodations throughout the interview process, please get in touch with us by emailing [email protected].