Senior Staff Software Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Senior Staff Software Engineer (AI): Defining and driving the ecosystem strategy for Databricks, focusing on enabling customers to integrate cutting-edge applications and helping developers thrive on Databricks. Focus on shaping the future of data and AI platforms, leading and mentoring engineers, and collaborating cross-functionally with product, engineering, and business development teams.

Salary: $217,000—$288,400 USD

Company

Databricks is the data and AI company, with more than 10,000 organizations worldwide relying on its Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics, and AI.

What you will do

• Define and drive the ecosystem strategy for Databricks.
• Develop frameworks, APIs, and tools for partners and developers to build and scale applications within the Databricks ecosystem.
• Enable customers to integrate cutting-edge applications and specialized functionalities.
• Lead and mentor engineers across teams, providing technical guidance and career development support.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and business development teams to align technical roadmaps with strategic business goals.
• Engage with open-source communities and advocate for best practices in application development.

Requirements

• Deep passion for and knowledge of the data and AI industry.
• 10+ years of experience building data-intensive applications or systems.
• Strong expertise in database systems (SQL, NoSQL, OLAP/OLTP) and big data processing (Apache Spark™, Flink).
• Strong understanding of data security, governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong leadership skills with experience driving cross-functional initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills to evangelize Databricks' ecosystem vision.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and perks to meet the needs of all employees.
• Committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture.
• Inclusive hiring practices that meet equal employment opportunity standards.