Senior Staff Software Engineer (Backend)

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in backend engineering, with a strong focus on building scalable production systems. You have a deep understanding of large-scale distributed systems and have successfully owned services from design through deployment, often tackling complex challenges along the way.

Your expertise in Java and Scala is complemented by hands-on experience with Apache Spark, allowing you to develop high-performance data processing solutions. You are well-versed in containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes, which you leverage to enhance system reliability and scalability.

You have a solid grasp of cloud platforms, particularly AWS, and understand how to optimize cloud resources for performance and cost-effectiveness. Your experience with REST APIs and PostgreSQL enables you to design robust data architectures that meet the needs of enterprise clients.

You are a natural mentor, eager to elevate the skills of your peers and contribute to the recruitment of top engineering talent. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy leading high-impact projects that drive significant business outcomes.

Desirable

Experience with machine learning frameworks and data engineering practices is a plus, as is familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies. You are comfortable navigating complex organizational processes and are adept at communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

What you'll do

As a Senior Staff Software Engineer at Databricks, you will take full ownership of critical product and infrastructure initiatives, driving them from initial development to scalable solutions that deliver clear business impact. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to build and enhance Databricks' data and AI infrastructure platform, which serves thousands of enterprises worldwide.

Your role will involve designing and implementing high-throughput APIs and data processing pipelines that handle massive volumes of data. You will work closely with product managers and other engineers to ensure that the solutions you develop align with customer needs and business objectives.

You will also be responsible for mentoring junior and senior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team. Your leadership will help elevate the overall quality of engineering practices and contribute to the successful execution of high-impact projects.

In addition to technical contributions, you will play a key role in shaping the engineering organization's processes and practices, ensuring that they are efficient and effective. You will have the opportunity to tackle complex problems that push the boundaries of what is possible in data and AI infrastructure.

What we offer

At Databricks, you will be part of a mission-driven team that is dedicated to solving the world's toughest problems through data and AI. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a collaborative and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Join us in building the world's best data and AI infrastructure platform, and help empower data teams to focus on the high-value challenges that matter most to them. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — your unique perspective could be just what we need.