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Senior Software Engineer - Backend

Databricks is the data and AI company that enables organizations to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI.
$166,000 - $225,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Senior Software Engineer - Backend

At Databricks, we are passionate about enabling data teams to solve the world's toughest problems through data and AI infrastructure. As a Senior Backend Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of building critical infrastructure and products that power the Databricks platform at scale. You'll work on challenging problems in distributed systems, from resource management to service platforms and machine learning infrastructure.

The role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies across multiple cloud providers, building systems that handle massive amounts of data reliably and securely. You'll be developing infrastructure that powers big data and machine learning workloads, creating scalable services that operate across geographic regions, and building tools that enable efficient cross-cloud operations.

Databricks offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation ($166,000 - $225,000), equity awards, and excellent health coverage. The company culture emphasizes technical excellence, customer obsession, and solving complex engineering challenges. You'll join a team that's passionate about building next-generation data and AI infrastructure, working alongside talented engineers who created technologies like Apache Spark, Delta Lake, and MLflow.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact in the data and AI space, working on technology that helps organizations worldwide derive insights from their data and build AI-powered solutions. The role requires strong technical skills in distributed systems, cloud technologies, and secure system design, offering continuous learning and growth opportunities in a rapidly evolving field.

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Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer - Backend

  • Build infrastructure and products for the Databricks platform at scale
  • Work on resource management infrastructure powering big data and machine learning workloads
  • Develop reliable, scalable services and client libraries that work with massive amounts of data on the cloud
  • Build tools to allow Databricks engineers to operate their services across different clouds and environments
  • Build services, products and infrastructure at the intersection of machine learning and distributed systems

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer - Backend

Java
Scala
Kubernetes
  • BS (or higher) in Computer Science, or a related field
  • 5+ years of production level experience in one of: Java, Scala, C++, or similar language
  • Experience developing large-scale distributed systems
  • Experience working on a SaaS platform or with Service-Oriented Architectures
  • Experience with cloud technologies, e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP, Docker, or Kubernetes
  • Experience with security and systems that handle sensitive data
  • Good knowledge of SQL

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer - Backend

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
  • Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Equity awards
  • Flexible time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Family Planning
  • Gym reimbursement
  • Annual personal development fund
  • Work headphones reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Business travel accident insurance

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