Sr. Staff Software Engineer, CoreX

Requirements:

• BS (or higher) in Computer Science, or a related field.
• 15+ years of production-level experience in one of: Scala, Rust, Go, Python, Java, C++, or similar languages.
• Deep experience in software development, in large-scale distributed systems.
• Proven ability to design and implement robust backend systems and APIs.
• Experience driving complex projects involving multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• A passion for mentoring and guiding junior engineers.
• Familiarity with log collection, health monitoring, and observability tools.

What you'll be doing:

• Design, develop, and implement high-performance backend services and APIs that support Databricks workspaces.
• Build and manage critical assets within Databricks workspaces, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in Scala, Java and similar languages.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring code quality.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Drive improvements in team coding practices, design patterns, and development processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, frontend engineers, to deliver high-quality software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring system stability and performance.
• Participate in the planning and execution of complex projects involving multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Contribute to the design and scaling of our next-generation infrastructure.

Perks and Benefits:

Databricks is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range(s) for this role is between $228,400 and $328,600 USD. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including job-related skills, depth of experience, relevant certifications and training, and specific work location. Total compensation packages may include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and other benefits listed on the Databricks website.