Staff Software Engineer - Core Experiences Bengaluru, India

Databricks Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Databricks Inc. is looking for a Staff Software Engineer to lead crucial efforts in developing scalable platforms. This role requires ownership of multiple critical dimensions including reliability and platformization, focusing on enhancing user experiences and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in programming, particularly with Python, Java, Scala, or C++. A BS in Computer Science or a related field is essential. Databricks values diversity and is committed to an inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of production-level experience in a programming language.
• Experience developing large-scale distributed systems from scratch.
• Experience working on a SaaS platform or with Service-Oriented Architectures.

Responsibilities

• Complete ownership of multiple platforms focused on scalability.
• Design abstractions for a range of use cases.
• Redesign existing systems for increased scale.
• Enhance developer onboarding efficiency.
• Create impactful features for product functionality.
• Cultivate engineering excellence.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Python

Java

Scala

C++

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Staff Software Engineer (Core Experiences)

P-375

At Databricks, we are passionate about enabling data teams to solve the world's toughest problems - from making the next mode of transportation a reality to accelerating the development of medical breakthroughs. We do this by building and running the world's best data and AI infrastructure platform so our customers can use deep data insights to improve their business.

The Core Experiences Platforms Org in Bangalore is responsible for the main set of platforms to access and interact with core assets such as Workspaces, Notebooks, SQL queries and the necessary serving infrastructure to power multiple User Experiences.

Databricks is experiencing very high growth, and several critical services rely on the platforms of the Core Experiences Platforms Org. We are focused on redesigning our systems to support the next stage of growth. This is an opportunity for you to own several critical next-generation infrastructure for Databricks, and be a central part of Databricks' growth.

We are seeking exceptional technical leaders with a stellar track record to drive these transformative efforts.

Your role will be crucial in:

• Complete ownership of multiple platforms: You will be responsible for defining and owning execution on a few dimensions of critical importance for the company: scalability, platformization, reliability.
• Platformize serving infrastructure: Design abstractions that can support a wide range of current as well as emerging use cases (such as AI), determine the right tradeoffs and build consensus across Databricks to create as well as scale seamless product experiences for customers. Drive cross-org impact, collaborate and build consensus among different stakeholders across several functions.
• Re-architecting Platforms for scale: Redesign our existing systems to handle 10X to 100X increase in scale.
• Build amazing developer experience: Revolutionize platform onboarding to cut down time from weeks to mere hours, enhancing efficiency and user experience.
• Developing Impactful Features: Create features that significantly enhance both product functionality and end-user experience, driving meaningful improvements across Databricks.
• Fostering Engineering Excellence: Cultivate a strong engineering culture focused on quality and productivity, setting a high standard for the team.
• Mentoring Future Leaders: Act as a role model for junior team members, guiding their growth and development.

What we look for:

• 12+ years of production‑level experience in one of: Python, Java, Scala, C++, or similar language.
• BS (or higher) in Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience developing large‑scale distributed systems from scratch.
• Experience working on a SaaS platform or with Service‑Oriented Architectures.

About Databricks

Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide — including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe, and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark™, Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.

Benefits

At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region click here.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Compliance

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