Staff Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in backend engineering, with a strong focus on building and maintaining large-scale software systems. Your expertise in Java and Apache Spark allows you to develop high-performance applications that handle massive data workloads efficiently. You understand the complexities of distributed systems and have a proven track record of debugging and optimizing backend services.

Your experience with Python and REST APIs enables you to create seamless integrations and enhance user experiences. You are comfortable working in a collaborative environment, contributing to open-source projects, and driving performance innovations that impact real-world applications. You possess strong problem-solving skills and are passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex challenges.

What you'll do

As a Senior Staff Software Engineer at Databricks, you will be instrumental in designing and developing the core write-path operations for Delta Lake, ensuring that our platform delivers industry-leading performance at scale. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the user experience and drive innovations that improve data processing capabilities. Your role will involve maintaining robust backend systems that power Databricks workspaces, ensuring reliability and efficiency in handling exabytes of data.

You will also contribute to the development of new features and optimizations, actively participating in code reviews and mentoring junior engineers. Your insights will help shape the technical direction of the team, and you will have the opportunity to influence the architecture of our systems as we continue to grow and evolve our platform.

What we offer

At Databricks, you will be part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to building the best data and AI infrastructure platform in the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in an inclusive environment that values diversity and encourages collaboration across teams. Join us in our mission to empower data teams to solve the world's toughest problems.