Backend Platform Engineer – Cloud-Scale & Infrastructure

Databricks; Aarhus; On-site; DKK 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Databricks is seeking a backend-focused software engineer to help build the Databricks platform at scale. You will work with a team to develop infrastructure and services for a data and AI platform used across multiple clouds and regions.

The role emphasizes hands-on backend development, system operation, and collaboration with senior engineers to deliver impact. Strong communication and documentation are key to success.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional software development experience, or a PhD degree.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Java, Scala, or Go.
• Hands-on experience in developing and operating backend systems.
• Self-driven and passionate with a strong focus on delivering impact through team collaboration.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to produce clear technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• As a software engineer with a backend focus, you will work with your team to build infrastructure for the Databricks platform at scale.
• Contribute across project phases from design to implementation and operations, with guidance from senior team members.
• Develop and operate backend systems to support the Databricks data and AI platform.

Skills

Backend development

Java/Scala/Go

Distributed systems

System operations

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in CS

PhD degree

Job description

Databricks is seeking a backend-focused software engineer to help build the Databricks platform at scale. You will work with a team to develop infrastructure and services for a data and AI platform used across multiple clouds and regions.

The role emphasizes hands-on backend development, system operation, and collaboration with senior engineers to deliver impact. Strong communication and documentation are key to success.