Technical Program Manager, Forward Deployed Engineering

Databricks · London, United Kingdom · Professional Services Operations · listed October 15, 2026

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The shape of it

Seniority
Manager
Where
Not stated
Requirements listed
4
Length
510 words

In the posting’s own words

At Databricks, we aim to inspire our customers to make informed decisions through an intuitive platform. As a Technical Program Manager (TPM) in our Forward Deployed Engineering division, you lead the success of a portfolio of complex programs and drive the continuous evolution of our delivery excellence. You are a senior leader within the FDE practice, entrusted with high-visibility, large-scale engagements. Your focus is on delivering superior results and setting the standard for how we empower our customers to achieve their most ambitious data goals.

What it asks for · 4

  • Experience : Extensive experience managing complex technical programs. Experience with Product Management is a plus.
  • Technical Bar : Intermediate technical fluency; 1 Databricks Associate-level Certification required within 6 months of hire.
  • AI Proficiency : Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools into program management workflows to drive operational performance.
  • Process Innovation : A track record of enhancing delivery standards and implementing changes that improve operational performance.

What the job covers

  • Portfolio Success : Own and lead a portfolio of highly complex, high-visibility programs, ensuring they remain perfectly aligned with strategic customer objectives.
  • Operational Excellence : Drive innovation and efficiency across the PS team to deliver increasingly better results for the Business Unit.
  • Strategic Alignment : Proactively coordinate technical milestones and program-level dependencies across multiple concurrent engagements.
  • Leadership Hub : Act as the primary lead for complex technical delivery discussions, collaborating with M5-level managers to ensure rapid and successful project momentum.
  • Mentorship : Elevate the entire team by mentoring junior TPMs and refining delivery processes to scale our global impact.

Tools and skills named

Data
  • Databricks2×
Operations & finance
  • Program management2×
Ways of working
  • Mentorship2×
Product & design
  • Product management

Words the posting leans on

  • technical6×
  • programs5×
  • complex4×
  • delivery4×
  • customers3×
  • drive3×
  • experience3×
  • lead3×
  • portfolio3×
  • complex technical2×
  • engagements2×
  • excellence2×
  • high-visibility2×
  • impact2×
  • innovation2×
  • management2×

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