Databricks

Solution Architect Interview Experience - Amsterdam, Netherlands

October 1, 2023

Negative ExperienceNo Offer

Process

The interview process is too extensive. I did well in the initial steps and technical assessment, then they decided not to move forward without any feedback. I was very excited about the opportunity, but I am disappointed with the company's approach.

Questions

Tell about a risk situation you faced, how did you deal with it, and what was the outcome.

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Databricks's interview process for their Solution Architect roles in Amsterdam, Netherlands is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.

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Candidates reported having very negative feelings for Databricks's Solution Architect interview process in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Databricks Work Experiences

Culture at the Contributor Level is Abominable

Solution Architect • Current Employee

New York, New York, United States

Pros: The following are the best things about working at Databricks, in my opinion: * Great brand recognition in the business and technology communities. * The data platform is fantastic and getting better every day. * Cult following among customers, especially data engineering and data science teams.

Cons: Databricks has hired about 6,000 employees since I started several years ago. I don't believe my experience at the company is common for field engineers. I cannot leave Databricks fast enough. The only thing keeping me at the company was my RSUs, but the potential windfall from RSUs isn't worth the stress and misery at work. Let me give you a snapshot of the last six months: * A peer was told he was being put on a performance plan, and he needed to find a new role. He wasn't given any paperwork. He reached out to HR only to learn he wasn't on a plan at all. His manager fabricated the whole thing. The manager was not terminated. The team member was moved to a new group. * A female team member called me one day to say HR was investigating her boss because of a sexual harassment claim stemming from a dinner we attended. She told me I would be contacted by HR to share my version of what happened, and not to disclose she reached out to me. HR never reached out. * My manager joined my first customer meeting, which was at a well-recognized company. We were meeting with their VP of Data and Strategy, who happened to be a woman. My male manager explained the value of the platform to her with the analogy of "baking a cake for your husband". I was asked he not be a part of future meetings. * Forget taking vacations or sick time. One of my account executives went to my manager while I was on vacation to cover a call. My manager responded, "I'm good at assigning accounts and filing [overlay requests]". * My manager NEVER gives me performance feedback. When I ask for feedback, I'm told everything is fine. I get to my review, and I get all sorts of constructive feedback. And you can't switch teams or roles unless you're exceeding expectations. It's this sadistic way to trap you in a position you hate. * I've been on the phone with colleagues either crying or irate, shaken by a call with their manager. Except for semi-annual employee surveys, I have never been asked for my point of view on the company or team. From my vantage point, you keep your mouth shut and work, or they have a pipeline of applicants ready to take your place.

Culture at the Contributor Level is Abominable

Solution Architect • Current Employee

New York, New York, United States

Pros: The following are the best things about working at Databricks, in my opinion: * Great brand recognition in the business and technology communities. * The data platform is fantastic and getting better every day. * Cult following among customers, especially data engineering and data science teams.

Cons: Databricks has hired about 6,000 employees since I started several years ago. I don't believe my experience at the company is common for field engineers. I cannot leave Databricks fast enough. The only thing keeping me at the company was my RSUs, but the potential windfall from RSUs isn't worth the stress and misery at work. Let me give you a snapshot of the last six months: * A peer was told he was being put on a performance plan, and he needed to find a new role. He wasn't given any paperwork. He reached out to HR only to learn he wasn't on a plan at all. His manager fabricated the whole thing. The manager was not terminated. The team member was moved to a new group. * A female team member called me one day to say HR was investigating her boss because of a sexual harassment claim stemming from a dinner we attended. She told me I would be contacted by HR to share my version of what happened, and not to disclose she reached out to me. HR never reached out. * My manager joined my first customer meeting, which was at a well-recognized company. We were meeting with their VP of Data and Strategy, who happened to be a woman. My male manager explained the value of the platform to her with the analogy of "baking a cake for your husband". I was asked he not be a part of future meetings. * Forget taking vacations or sick time. One of my account executives went to my manager while I was on vacation to cover a call. My manager responded, "I'm good at assigning accounts and filing [overlay requests]". * My manager NEVER gives me performance feedback. When I ask for feedback, I'm told everything is fine. I get to my review, and I get all sorts of constructive feedback. And you can't switch teams or roles unless you're exceeding expectations. It's this sadistic way to trap you in a position you hate. * I've been on the phone with colleagues either crying or irate, shaken by a call with their manager. Except for semi-annual employee surveys, I have never been asked for my point of view on the company or team. From my vantage point, you keep your mouth shut and work, or they have a pipeline of applicants ready to take your place.

My best employer to date

Solution Architect • Current Employee

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Pros: Great vision, open company, smart coworkers.

Cons: ANZ field engineering is in need of better structure and leadership.

My best employer to date

Solution Architect • Current Employee

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Pros: Great vision, open company, smart coworkers.

Cons: ANZ field engineering is in need of better structure and leadership.

Best Company I've ever worked for

Solution Architect • Current Employee

December 11, 2024

Pros: Great, transparent leadership. High energy & intelligent coworkers.

Cons: Work-life balance is a bit tricky.

Best Company I've ever worked for

Solution Architect • Current Employee

December 11, 2024

Pros: Great, transparent leadership. High energy & intelligent coworkers.

Cons: Work-life balance is a bit tricky.

Culture at the Contributor Level is Abominable

Solution Architect • Current Employee

New York, New York, United States

Pros: The following are the best things about working at Databricks, in my opinion: * Great brand recognition in the business and technology communities. * The data platform is fantastic and getting better every day. * Cult following among customers, especially data engineering and data science teams.

Cons: Databricks has hired about 6,000 employees since I started several years ago. I don't believe my experience at the company is common for field engineers. I cannot leave Databricks fast enough. The only thing keeping me at the company was my RSUs, but the potential windfall from RSUs isn't worth the stress and misery at work. Let me give you a snapshot of the last six months: * A peer was told he was being put on a performance plan, and he needed to find a new role. He wasn't given any paperwork. He reached out to HR only to learn he wasn't on a plan at all. His manager fabricated the whole thing. The manager was not terminated. The team member was moved to a new group. * A female team member called me one day to say HR was investigating her boss because of a sexual harassment claim stemming from a dinner we attended. She told me I would be contacted by HR to share my version of what happened, and not to disclose she reached out to me. HR never reached out. * My manager joined my first customer meeting, which was at a well-recognized company. We were meeting with their VP of Data and Strategy, who happened to be a woman. My male manager explained the value of the platform to her with the analogy of "baking a cake for your husband". I was asked he not be a part of future meetings. * Forget taking vacations or sick time. One of my account executives went to my manager while I was on vacation to cover a call. My manager responded, "I'm good at assigning accounts and filing [overlay requests]". * My manager NEVER gives me performance feedback. When I ask for feedback, I'm told everything is fine. I get to my review, and I get all sorts of constructive feedback. And you can't switch teams or roles unless you're exceeding expectations. It's this sadistic way to trap you in a position you hate. * I've been on the phone with colleagues either crying or irate, shaken by a call with their manager. Except for semi-annual employee surveys, I have never been asked for my point of view on the company or team. From my vantage point, you keep your mouth shut and work, or they have a pipeline of applicants ready to take your place.

1.0
Culture at the Contributor Level is Abominable
Solution Architect • Current Employee
New York, New York, United States
July 27, 2025
Pros: The following are the best things about working at Databricks, in my opinion: * Great brand recognition in the business and technology communities. * The data platform is fantastic and getting better every day. * Cult following among customers, especially data engineering and data science teams.
Cons: Databricks has hired about 6,000 employees since I started several years ago. I don't believe my experience at the company is common for field engineers. I cannot leave Databricks fast enough. The only thing keeping me at the company was my RSUs, but the potential windfall from RSUs isn't worth the stress and misery at work. Let me give you a snapshot of the last six months: * A peer was told he was being put on a performance plan, and he needed to find a new role. He wasn't given any paperwork. He reached out to HR only to learn he wasn't on a plan at all. His manager fabricated the whole thing. The manager was not terminated. The team member was moved to a new group. * A female team member called me one day to say HR was investigating her boss because of a sexual harassment claim stemming from a dinner we attended. She told me I would be contacted by HR to share my version of what happened, and not to disclose she reached out to me. HR never reached out. * My manager joined my first customer meeting, which was at a well-recognized company. We were meeting with their VP of Data and Strategy, who happened to be a woman. My male manager explained the value of the platform to her with the analogy of "baking a cake for your husband". I was asked he not be a part of future meetings. * Forget taking vacations or sick time. One of my account executives went to my manager while I was on vacation to cover a call. My manager responded, "I'm good at assigning accounts and filing [overlay requests]". * My manager NEVER gives me performance feedback. When I ask for feedback, I'm told everything is fine. I get to my review, and I get all sorts of constructive feedback. And you can't switch teams or roles unless you're exceeding expectations. It's this sadistic way to trap you in a position you hate. * I've been on the phone with colleagues either crying or irate, shaken by a call with their manager. Except for semi-annual employee surveys, I have never been asked for my point of view on the company or team. From my vantage point, you keep your mouth shut and work, or they have a pipeline of applicants ready to take your place.

My best employer to date

Solution Architect • Current Employee

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Pros: Great vision, open company, smart coworkers.

Cons: ANZ field engineering is in need of better structure and leadership.

5.0
My best employer to date
Solution Architect • Current Employee
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
July 22, 2025
Pros: Great vision, open company, smart coworkers.
Cons: ANZ field engineering is in need of better structure and leadership.

Best Company I've ever worked for

Solution Architect • Current Employee

December 11, 2024

Pros: Great, transparent leadership. High energy & intelligent coworkers.

Cons: Work-life balance is a bit tricky.

5.0
Best Company I've ever worked for
Solution Architect • Current Employee
December 11, 2024
Pros: Great, transparent leadership. High energy & intelligent coworkers.
Cons: Work-life balance is a bit tricky.

Databricks Interview Questions

Design Hit Counter

Design a hit counter to track the number of hits recorded in the past 5 minutes. Implement methods to record a hit and retrieve the total hits in the past 5 minutes.

Design Tic-Tac-Toe

Implement a Tic-Tac-Toe game where players take turns placing their marks. Design the game logic to efficiently determine the winner after each move.

IP to CIDR

Convert an IP address and a number of addresses to a CIDR block representation. Find the smallest list of CIDR blocks that covers the specified range of IP addresses.

Bit Manipulation

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