Databricks

Head of AI Forward Deployed Engineering (FDE), Public Sector

This posting was open on Databricks's own careers board when we last checked it.

Employer: Databricks
Location: Maryland · Virginia · Washington, D.C.
Seniority: Leadership
Experience asked for: Not stated
Pay band: $233K – $320K
Team: AI-FDE

When we saw it

Posted 2026-06-12 — the date the employer published it
First seen 2026-06-15 — the first scan of ours that found it
Last seen open 2026-07-21
Archived 2026-07-21 — when we saved this copy

Found via Databricks Careers.

From the posting

CSQ227R77 PLEASE NOTE: Due to federal contract requirements and client site access obligations, an active U.S. government security clearance is required. The position is based in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia metropolitan area and includes periodic on‑site work and client collaboration. Candidates with an active secret or higher clearance are strongly encouraged to apply. Mission The Public Sector AI Forward Deployed Engineering (AI FDE) team is a highly specialized customer-facing AI team at Databricks. We deliver professional services (PS) engagements to help our customers build and productionize first-of-its-kind AI applications with a focus on GenAI. We work cross-functionally to shape long-term strategic priorities and initiatives alongside AI Product, Research, and Engineering. We are looking for a world-class leader to lead and grow our AI FDE Public Sector team. …

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