Software Engineer - Backend

As a software engineer with a backend focus, you will work with your team to build infrastructure for the Databricks platform at scale.

Our backend teams cover a diverse range of domains, from core compute fabric resource management to service platforms and machine learning infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include:

• 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.

• Developing 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.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• 2+ years of professional software development experience, or alternatively a PhD degree.

• 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.

• 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 that drives alignment and decision-making.