Alliances Manager (Databricks)
TITLE: Alliances Manager (Databricks)<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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POSITION TYPE: Full Time<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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LOCATION: Frisco, TX (Onsite)<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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ABOUT\n WorldLink:<\/span><\/span><\/b> <\/span>
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WorldLink\n is a rapidly growing information technology company at\n the forefront of the tech transformation. From custom\n software development to cloud hosting, from big data\n to cognitive computing, we help companies harness\n and leverage today\u2019s most cutting\-edge digital\n technologies to create value and grow. <\/span>
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Collaborative. Respectful. Work hard Play hard. A place to\n dream and do. These are just a few words that describe\n what life is like at WorldLink. We embrace a culture of\n experimentation and constantly strive for improvement and\n learning. <\/span>
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We take\n pride in our employees and their future with continued\n growth and career advancement. We put TEAM first. We are a\n competitive group that like to win. We're grounded by\n humility and driven by ambition. We're passionate, and\n we love tough problems and new challenges. You don't\n hear a lot of "I don't know how" or "I\n can't" at WorldLink. If you are passionate about\n what you do and having fun while doing it; tired of rigid\n and strict work environments and would like to work in a\n non\-bureaucratic startup cultural environment, WorldLink may\n be the place for you. <\/span>
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For more\n information about our craft, visit <\/span><\/span> https://worldlink\-us.com<\/span><\/span><\/a> . <\/span>
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WHO\n we\u2019re looking for:<\/span><\/span><\/b> <\/span>
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We are seeking a Databricks Alliances Manager to grow and deepen our Databricks relationship, drive partner\-sourced and partner\-influenced pipeline, and accelerate revenue through joint go\-to\-market activity. This role will sit at the intersection of sales, alliances, and solution development, with primary accountability for expanding commercial traction across the Databricks ecosystem and adjacent partner network.<\/span>
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You will serve as both a thought leader and a hands\-on solutions executive, bridging business strategy with technical delivery. You will engage with C\-suite clients to define transformative roadmaps, partner with Databricks as a strategic partner, and ensure our clients realize measurable business value from their data and AI investments.<\/span>
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<\/span><\/span>Role\n and Responsibilities:<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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<\/span><\/span>Role\n and Responsibilities:<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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- Define and execute the Databricks alliance strategy and go\-to\-market plan for WorldLink.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Grow and deepen the Databricks relationship through executive alignment, field engagement, and joint business planning.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Drive partner\-sourced and partner\-influenced pipeline through co\-sell motions with Databricks, cloud hyperscalers, and adjacent technology partners.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Build and scale Databricks\-led offers, accelerators, workshops, and repeatable solution plays that support pipeline creation and revenue growth.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Partner closely with sales leadership to identify, shape, and accelerate Databricks\-related opportunities.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Develop and maintain joint account plans with Databricks field teams and internal sales stakeholders.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Serve as a trusted advisor to client executives on data, AI, analytics, and modernization initiatives powered by Databricks.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Translate WorldLink\u2019s value proposition into clear Databricks\-enabled client solutions and compelling commercial outcomes.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Collaborate with data engineers, AI/ML engineers, architects, consultants, and delivery leaders to ensure solution feasibility and execution quality.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Strengthen WorldLink\u2019s presence across the Databricks ecosystem while expanding commercial opportunities across AWS, Azure, GCP, and other strategic partners.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Track and report on pipeline creation, partner influence, opportunity progression, and revenue contribution.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and delivery excellence.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Expand organizational expertise in selling, shaping, and scaling offerings on the Databricks platform.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>Required Experience and Education:<\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/span><\/span><\/div>- 3\-5 years of experience working with Databricks in a partner, alliances, sales, solutions, or delivery capacity.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Bachelor\u2019s degree or equivalent practical experience.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Databricks certification(s) preferred.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Prior experience working with Databricks in a similar role, ideally with exposure to partner\-led GTM and co\-sell motions.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Proven success driving Databricks implementation and solution selling.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Demonstrated ability to build repeatable offerings, accelerators, or industry\-specific plays.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Strong cross\-functional collaboration skills across sales, delivery, and technical teams.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Excellent project management skills with experience building and executing strategic growth plans.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Ability to operate with initiative, autonomy, and a strong commercial mindset.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>Necessary Skills and Attributes:<\/span><\/span><\/b>
<\/span><\/span><\/div>- Self\-motivated individual with the ability to thrive in a team\-based or independent environment.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Detail\-oriented with excellent organizational skills and a methodical approach to solutions selling.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Ability to work in a fast\-paced environment.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of creating compelling content and delivering impactful presentations.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Outstanding presence, presentation, and negotiation skills; the ability to inspire, engage, partner with, and influence executive\-level leadership.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li>- Strong relationship\-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with industry leaders, practitioners, and sales teams.<\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul>Physical Demands:<\/span><\/span><\/b> <\/span>
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<\/span><\/span><\/div>The\n physical demands described here are representative of\n those that must be met by employees to\n successfully perform the essential functions of this\n job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable\n individuals with disabilities to perform the essential\n functions. <\/span>
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<\/span><\/span><\/div>While\n performing the duties of this job, the contract employee is\n occasionally required to stand, clean, crawl, kneel, sit,\n sort, hold, squat, stoop, stand, twist the body, walk, use\n hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or\n controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs or ladders\n and scaffolding, talk or hear, and lift up to 20 pounds.\n Specific vision abilities required by the job include\n ability to distinguish the nature of objects by using the\n eye. Operate a computer keyboard and view a video display\n terminal between 50% \- 95% of work time, including prolonged\n periods of time. Requires considerable (90%+) work utilizing\n high visual acuity/detail, numeric/character distinction, and\n moderate hand/finger dexterity. <\/span> - Detail\-oriented with excellent organizational skills and a methodical approach to solutions selling.<\/span>
- Bachelor\u2019s degree or equivalent practical experience.<\/span>
- Grow and deepen the Databricks relationship through executive alignment, field engagement, and joint business planning.<\/span>