Sr Solution Architect

About the role

Couchbase, the operational data platform for AI, empowers businesses to succeed by bringing data to life in new ways. Major market-leading companies rely on Couchbase for mission critical operational, analytical, mobile and AI workloads. Built to replace legacy infrastructure and fragmented data services, Couchbase empowers enterprises with a unified platform architected for performance, flexibility and global scale.

With Couchbase, organizations bring their data to life, launching game‑changing customer experiences, exploring the limitless potential of AI, and seamlessly extending applications from the cloud to the edge and beyond. Couchbase’s AI‑ready technology and enterprise partnership model eliminate complexity and reduce total cost of ownership, enabling teams to stay agile, innovative and secure.

Couchbase believes data should never slow you down, but act as the foundation for your next breakthrough. Discover why Couchbase is trusted to help the world’s biggest players scale, move fast and stay resilient, no matter what’s next on their roadmap. Visit couchbase.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.

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As a Solutions Architect, you will be the trusted advisor helping our customers unlock the ultimate value of Couchbase. You will work directly with customer engineering teams, blending high-level architectural coaching with hands-on professional service delivery. If you love solving complex, real-world data challenges, designing cutting-edge AI-ready architectures, and guiding enterprise customers from design to production, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

Lead Customer Engagements: Guide short- to medium-term on-site and remote client engagements. You will lead architecture and use case reviews, sizing, performance tuning, and deployment topology planning to get Couchbase up, running, and optimized.

Solve Complex Technical Challenges: Work hand-in-hand with customers to solve deep technical problems from initial design through to production operations, managing hands-on troubleshooting and escalating issues when necessary.

Architect for the Future of AI: Help customers implement AI solutions and data platforming best practices, leveraging Couchbase’s advanced features like indexing, SQL++, Full-Text Search, Vector Search, and Columnar technologies.

Own the Lifecycle: Assist with all phases of Couchbase implementations, including installation, deployment topology planning, and establishing operational best practices.

Be a Trusted Advisor: Act as the technical product expert, comfortably communicating and presenting complex architectural concepts to audiences ranging from developers and architects to C-level managers.

Drive Internal Innovation: Contribute to internal technical projects, including software development, benchmarking, and troubleshooting.

Collaborate Globally: Partner closely with sales and pre-sales teams to handle technical escalations and identify growth opportunities within existing accounts.

Share Knowledge: Author internal and external technical collateral, such as reference architectures, whitepapers, and best-practice guides.

What You’ll Bring (Qualifications)

Database Expertise: 5+ years of experience in enterprise back-end software consulting, with a strong focus on database technologies (SQL, NoSQL, or Distributed Databases).

Cloud Proficiency: 2+ years of experience working with major Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), including cloud troubleshooting and performance tuning.

Development Background: A strong foundation in application design and development, with familiarity in traditional RDBMS schema modeling and configuration.

AI & Modern Tech Savvy: Experience engaging with developers and utilizing AI-assisted development/evaluation techniques (e.g., Gemini, Claude).

Problem-Solving Mindset: A rigorous diagnostic and troubleshooting process, with a proven track record of resolving complex, end-to-end technical issues.

Exceptional Communication: Stellar presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical solutions concisely to both highly technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Education: BSc in Computer Science, Engineering, or an equivalent technical field.

Languages: Fluency in English is required.

Working at Couchbase

At Couchbase, innovation thrives when diverse perspectives come together. Our culture is driven by four core values that guide how we build mission-critical technology and collaborate every day:

• Put the Customer First: The customer must be at the center of everything we do.

• Be a Good Human, Always: Integrity, empathy, and respect are our non-negotiable bedrock.

• Win as One Team: No one wins alone. Collaboration is how we erase silos.

• Build for Mission Critical: Our product earned customer trust. We honor it by relentlessly pushing what’s technically possible.

We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds—including women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ professionals, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We also value unconventional career paths and unique life experiences.

A note on qualifications: Studies show that underrepresented talent is less likely to apply unless they meet 100% of the criteria. If you are excited about this role and feel you can make strong contributions to our team, please apply—even if your experience doesn't check every single box.

Why Couchbase?

Modern customer experiences demand a flexible cloud database platform that powers applications from the cloud to the edge and everywhere in between. Couchbase’s mission is to simplify how developers and architects build, deploy, and consume modern applications. With Capella—our fast, flexible, and affordable cloud database platform—we enable organizations to deliver premium user experiences backed by best-in-class price performance.

More than 30% of the Fortune 100 trust Couchbase to power their mission-critical applications. We’re also proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work in both the Bay Area and the UK.

What We Offer (Total Rewards)

We offer a holistic approach to benefits that recognizes the value you create, helping you care for yourself and your family:

Generous Time Off: Flexible programs designed to support your work-life balance.

Health & Wellness: World-class medical, dental, vision, mental health, life insurance, and employee assistance programs.*

Financial Security: Competitive retirement plans* and business travel coverage.

Career Growth: A "Be Valued, Create Value" philosophy focused on your continuous growth.

• Fun & Comfort: Ergonomic setups for both WFH and in-office employees, plus snacks and meals when you’re in the office.

• Note: Specific benefit programs vary by country. Your recruiter can share details for your location.

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