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Great product, questionable people

Solutions Architect
Former Employee
Worked at Databricks for 2 years
January 26, 2026
Singapore
2.0
Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookApproves of CEO
Pros

Exciting high-growth industry. Product that is amazing. Exposure to modern data stack and tools.

Cons

Team culture is inconsistent and heavily dependent on who you work with. There is a presence of toxic and backstabbing behaviour that undermines trust and collaboration. Recent hires are not as impressive.

Advice to Management

Invest seriously in leadership quality and cultural integrity. The product and market opportunity are strong, but long-term success will be limited unless trust, transparency, and respect are actively enforced. An amazing workplace is built in environments where expectations are clear and feedback is honest, not political game playing.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
2.0
Culture and Values
1.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
2.0
Career Opportunities
3.0
Compensation and Benefits
4.0
Senior Management
1.0

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