Sr. Program Manager, Data for Good

What You’ll Do

• Build and lead Databricks for Good from the ground up, defining its mission, success metrics, execution strategy, and long-term vision.
• Design and run high-impact programs such as social impact partnerships, hackathons, student and university initiatives, and nonprofit enablement programs.
• Serve as a public-facing representative for Databricks for Good by hosting events, delivering talks, moderating panels, and representing Databricks in global social impact forums.
• Own the partnership funnel for Databricks for Good technical engagements, with the goal of helping nonprofits apply Databricks to real-world challenges.
• Create compelling content - case studies, talks, blogs, and learning resources - that highlight how data and AI can be used for social good.
• Work cross-functionally with Field Engineering, Developer Relations, Marketing, Legal, and Sales to ensure social impact initiatives are scalable, technically sound, and aligned with company priorities.
• Act as a trusted internal advisor on social impact use cases, helping teams understand the needs, constraints, and operating realities of mission-driven organizations.
• Gather feedback from both internal and external collaborators to continuously improve programs and inform program direction.

What We Look For

• 7+ years of experience in social impact programs, developer relations, partnerships, technical program management, or a related field.
• Proven ability to build and scale programs from zero to one, with ownership over strategy, execution, and outcomes.
• Experience working with nonprofits, universities, NGOs, public-sector institutions, or mission-driven organizations.
• High-level technical understanding of Databricks’ product-market fit, enabling robust direction of partnerships and engagement selection.
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with comfort presenting to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to convene communities and stakeholders across sectors and geographies.
• High empathy, strong judgment, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while driving clarity and momentum.
• A collaborative mindset and a track record of working cross-functionally to turn ideas into execution.