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Senior Software Engineer - Backend

Databricks

Bengaluru, INonsitePosted Apr 9, 2026

At a glance

Highlights

  • Global impact on data infrastructure
  • Well-funded Series B
  • Opportunity to work with Rust
  • Fortune 500 customer base
  • Innovative AI platform

Heads up

  • Potential export-controlled technology restrictions

Why this role might suit you

The role offers exposure to large-scale distributed systems at a leading data and AI company, opportunities to work with Rust, and the chance to influence infrastructure used by Fortune 500 enterprises.

Skills

pythonjavascalac++large-scale-distributed-systemsservice-oriented-architecturesbackend-systemsrust

About the role

P-1385 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. Founded by engineers — and customer obsessed — we leap at every opportunity to solve technical challenges, from designing next-gen UI/UX for interfacing with data to scaling our services and infrastructure across millions of virtual machines. And we're only getting started in Bengaluru , India ! As a software engineer with a backend focus, you will work with your team to build infrastructure for the Databricks platform at scale. The impact you'll have: Our backend teams cover a diverse range of domains, from core compute fabric resource management to service platforms and infrastructure. For example, you might work on challenges such as:

Supporting Databricks' growth by building foundational infrastructure platforms that enable seamless operation across numerous geographic regions and cloud providers. Implementing cloud-agnostic infrastructure abstractions to help Databricks engineers more efficiently manage and operate their services. Develop tools and processes that drive engineering efficiency at Databricks. We enhance the developer experience for Databricks engineers across various areas, including programming languages, linters, static analysis, IDEs, remote development environments, automated release pipelines, and test automation frameworks. Our current focus is on optimizing the Rust development experience across the organization.

What we look for:

BS (or higher) in Computer Science, or a related field 6+ years of production level experience in one of: Python, Java, Scala, C++, or similar language. Experience developing large-scale distributed systems from scratch Experience working on a SaaS platform or with Service-Oriented Architectures Proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Java, Scala, or Go. Hands-on experience in developing and operating backend systems. Ability to contribute effectively throughout all project phases, from initial design and development to implementation and ongoing operations, with guidance from senior team members. 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.BenefitsAt 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 If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.

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