Starburst is hiring a
Resident Solutions Architect

Summary

Join Starburst Data as a Resident Solution Architect to collaborate with customers, design solutions using Starburst products, lead implementation, provide technical guidance, create resources, best practices, and processes, troubleshoot issues, stay current on industry trends, and more. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, 5+ years of experience in a technical role, proficiency in SQL and distributed query engines, strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, and other specific qualifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience in a technical role, such as solution architect, data engineer, or software engineer
• Deep understanding of data architecture principles, including data modeling, data integration, and data warehousing
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with distributed query engines (e.g., Presto, Trino, Apache Spark)
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically about business challenges and technical solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with customers and internal teams

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with customers to understand their business goals, data architecture, and technical requirements
• Design end-to-end solutions that leverage Starburst products to address customer needs, including data access, analytics, and performance optimization
• Develop architectural diagrams, technical specifications, and implementation plans for customer projects
• Lead the implementation and deployment of Starburst solutions, working closely with customer teams and internal stakeholders
• Provide technical guidance and best practices to customers on using Starburst products effectively
• Work with partners to train and upskill external personnel on Starburst Products for successful delivery
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to create resources, best practices, and processes that enhance partner delivery capabilities
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during the implementation and operation of Starburst solutions
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in data management and analytics

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus
• Prior experience with open-source technologies and contributions to the open-source community are highly desirable
• Prior experience with technical training internally or externally is highly desirable

Benefits

• The base salary range for this US full-time position is $135,000 - $155,000 (+ bonus), subject to standard withholding and applicable taxes. All candidates receive equity (ISO) and access to a comprehensive benefits offering
• The benefits offering includes remote-friendly work options, flexible paid time off, and more!