About Databricks
Empowering data teams with unified analytics
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in San Francisco, CA
- Valuation of $43 billion with $3.5 billion raised
- Serves over 7,000 customers including Comcast and Shell
- Utilizes Apache Spark for big data processing
Databricks, headquartered in San Francisco, California, is a unified data analytics platform that simplifies data engineering and collaborative data science. Trusted by over 7,000 organizations, including Fortune 500 companies like Comcast and Shell, Databricks has raised $3.5 billion in funding, ac...
🎁 Benefits
Databricks offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO policies, and a remote-friendly work environment. Employees also benefit from a l...
🌟 Culture
Databricks fosters a culture of innovation with a strong emphasis on data-driven decision-making. The company values collaboration across teams and en...
Backend Engineer • Staff
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Databricks is hiring a Staff Software Engineer - Backend to build and operate a world-class data and AI infrastructure platform. You'll work with technologies like Apache Spark and Java to design and implement micro-services. This position requires significant experience in backend engineering.
Job Description
Who you are
You have extensive experience in backend engineering, particularly in building and operating large-scale software platforms. Your expertise includes working with micro-services and handling complex distributed systems, ensuring resilience and security in your designs. You are familiar with Apache Spark and understand its role in data processing and AI infrastructure. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with product management and engineering teams to prioritize and implement solutions that meet customer needs.
You possess strong problem-solving skills and can navigate the challenges of operating at scale, including managing cloud hardware and network faults. Your background includes a deep understanding of software architecture principles and best practices, allowing you to contribute effectively to system design and implementation. You are committed to delivering high-quality software that meets the demands of mission-critical workloads.
What you'll do
In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and operating micro-services that form the backbone of Databricks' data and AI infrastructure. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize features and enhancements, ensuring that the platform remains robust and scalable. Your work will involve writing high-quality code, conducting thorough testing, and participating in code reviews to maintain the team's standards.
You will also monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise, ensuring that our customers experience minimal disruption. As a Staff Engineer, you will mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to help them grow in their roles. You will play a key role in shaping the technical direction of the team, contributing to architectural decisions and best practices that drive the success of our platform.
What we offer
At Databricks, you will be part of a dynamic team that is passionate about solving complex problems through innovative technology. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a collaborative environment that values diversity and encourages you to bring your unique perspective to the table. Join us in our mission to empower data teams around the world and make a meaningful impact in the field of data and AI.
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