Senior Field Specialist - Data Platform

Cloudera is hiring a Senior Field Specialist - Data Platform for a remote role open to applicants in United Kingdom. Level rates it ; you can apply on Cloudera.

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Level rates this role Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
This is listed as a remote role.
The posting mentions Kubernetes, Red Hat Openshift and Openstack among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as a senior role.
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Customer-facing senior field specialist driving enterprise data platform use cases and data/AI architecture deployments.

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Business Area:

Sales Engineering

Seniority Level:

Mid-Senior level

Job Description:

At Cloudera, we empower people to transform complex data into clear and actionable insights. With as much data under management as the hyperscalers, we're the preferred data partner for the top companies in almost every industry. Powered by the relentless innovation of the open source community, Cloudera advances digital transformation for the world’s largest enterprises.

Are you passionate about making data and AI use cases accessible for enterprise clients? Cloudera is seeking a customer-facing, hands-on Senior Field Specialist - Data Platform to join our team in the UK. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage your deep technical expertise to empower our customers, influence product direction, and drive success across our most impactful use cases. If you thrive on creative freedom and shaping the future of data and AI, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Bring (Qualifications)

Proven experience leading and implementing mission-critical data use cases in industries such as Financial Services, Retail, Healthcare, Public Sector etc.
Proven experience in designing, building, and deploying enterprise-grade platforms using technologies such as kubernetes, on premises object stores and distributed systems.
Hands-on expertise with leading platform technologies like kubernetes, Red Hat OpenShift, Openstack, Ceph, Apache Ozone etc.
Strong background in architecting production data platform deployments, considering infrastructure, security, and networking in complex enterprise environments.
Demonstrated ability to run Proofs of Concept (PoCs) and MVPs that lead to successful production deployments.
Practical experience in designing and implementing data intensive use cases at an enterprise level, including security and governance challenges.
Exceptional presentation skills, comfortable engaging with diverse audiences from engineers to senior executives.
Ability to analyse customer workloads and define technical migration roadmaps tailored to their specific needs.

As a Field Specialist - Data Platform, You Will

Lead customer engagements by designing and presenting data platform solution architectures and business outcomes to technical and executive stakeholders.
Provide deep platform expertise throughout the sales cycle, supporting PoCs, solution sizing, and adoption for new and existing customers (especially EMEA-specific use cases and scenarios).
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, providing guidance and leading escalations to ensure customer success.
Drive internal and external technical enablement by exploring new technologies, developing educational materials, and sharing best practices.
Influence product roadmap by translating customer feedback and EMEA-specific requirements into actionable insights for our product and engineering teams.
Act as a Cloudera evangelist, participating in community activities, speaking at events, and contributing to knowledge sharing.
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (Sales, Product, Engineering) to align on customer success and product vision.

You'll Be Well-Positioned for Success If You Bring (Bonus Qualifications):

Prior experience in pre-sales or technical consulting roles with a strong focus on big data & AI platform solutions.
Direct experience with deployment of Red Hat OpenStack platform and kubernetes (Red Hat OpenShift) and advising customers/partners integration on technical solutions
Experience with automation technologies, especially Red Hat Ansible Automation
Experience with, and interest in, open-source software and development practices
Familiarity with Cloudera's AI and data platform components (e.g., Cloudera AI/CML, CDP Data Services, SDX).
Relevant technical platform certifications (e.g. CKA).
Working knowledge of the open-source data and AI ecosystem (e.g., Apache Spark, Airflow, Impala).
Exposure to GPU-accelerated computing for deep learning and generative AI applications.
This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

What you can expect from us:

Generous PTO Policy
Support work life balance with Unplugged Days
Flexible WFH Policy
Mental & Physical Wellness programs
Phone and Internet Reimbursement program
Access to Continued Career Development
Comprehensive Benefits and Competitive Packages
Paid Volunteer Time
Employee Resource Groups

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How we rate this

Senior Field Specialist - Data Platform at Cloudera rates 30 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Key facts

Senior Field Specialist - Data Platform is an open job at Cloudera.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in UK-Remote and is marked remote.
The job was posted on August 26, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by Cloudera. Apply on Cloudera

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