
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...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Databricks is hiring a Director of Engineering to lead the Lakeflow Connect organization in Bengaluru. You'll oversee the development of data ingestion capabilities and collaborate across teams to enhance Data and AI workflows. This role requires experience in data infrastructure and product-centric organizations.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in leading engineering teams focused on data infrastructure — your experience includes building scalable solutions that address complex business needs. You understand the importance of collaboration across time zones and organizational boundaries, ensuring that your team aligns with broader company goals.
Your leadership style emphasizes mentorship and growth — you enjoy fostering an environment where engineers can thrive and innovate. You have a keen interest in product-centric organizations and understand how to integrate engineering efforts with product development to deliver impactful results.
What you'll do
As the Director of Engineering for Lakeflow Connect, you will lead a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing data ingestion capabilities for Databricks. Your role involves overseeing the development of point-and-click connectors for various data sources, ensuring that these tools are seamlessly integrated into Databricks' surfaces like Dashboards and Notebooks.
You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management and design, to align engineering efforts with user needs and business objectives. Your leadership will ensure consistent delivery against milestones, driving the team to meet and exceed expectations.
You will also be responsible for setting the technical direction of the Connect organization, making key decisions that impact the overall architecture and performance of the data ingestion solutions. Your ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders across different teams will be crucial in this role.
What we offer
At Databricks, we provide a collaborative and inclusive work environment where innovation thrives. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies that enable data teams to solve some of the world's toughest problems. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — your unique perspective could be the key to our success.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and growth within the company. Join us in our mission to empower data teams and drive meaningful change across industries.
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