Data & AI platform · San Francisco, California · Founded 2013
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Ask a verified Databricks employee to refer you for a specific role. Share the job ID and your resume, and they review it and submit the referral through Databricks's internal process.
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About Databricks
Databricks was founded by the creators of Apache Spark and sells the Data Intelligence Platform, a lakehouse for data engineering, analytics and AI. Bengaluru is a fast-growing engineering hub.
- Founded
- 2013
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, California
- Employees
- ~8,000
- Careers
- databricks.com ↗
Databricks interview process
3 stages · Reapply after 12 months if not selected. Rounds vary by role and level.
- 1
Online assessment or technical screen
Coding with an emphasis on correct, efficient solutions.
- 2
Onsite loop
Several coding rounds, system design and a hiring manager interview.
- 3
Reference checks
Databricks usually checks references before an offer.
What Databricks tests
- Topics
- Distributed Compute Engines (Spark) · Lakehouse Architecture & Delta Lake · C++ Vectorized Query Execution (Photon) · Distributed Storage Systems · High-Throughput Streaming
- Tech stack
- Scala · Java · C++ · Python · Apache Spark · Kubernetes
- Levels
- L3, L4, L5 (Senior), L6 (Staff)
How to get referred at Databricks
Step 1
Find the exact role
Open the job on databricks.com and copy the job link and job ID. Referrers can only submit you for a specific opening.
Step 2
Pick the right referrer
Choose a verified Databricks employee. Someone in the same team or function can speak to your fit more credibly.
Step 3
Send a focused request
Attach a resume tailored to the role and a three- or four-line note on why you fit. Lead with experience that matches what Databricks tests, such as Distributed Compute Engines (Spark) and Lakehouse Architecture & Delta Lake.
Step 4
Get referred and track it
Once they accept and you pay, they submit you through Databricks's internal referral portal and upload proof. Your payment is held until that proof is in.
Databricks tip: Databricks often checks references before an offer. Line up two former managers or senior colleagues early.
Questions about Databricks referrals
How do I get a referral at Databricks?
Find the exact role on Databricks's careers site and copy the job ID, choose a verified Databricks referrer on this page, then send your tailored resume with a short note on why you fit. The referrer submits you through Databricks's internal referral portal and uploads proof.
What is the Databricks interview process?
It usually has 3 stages: online assessment or technical screen, onsite loop and reference checks. The exact rounds vary by role and level.
How much does a Databricks referral cost?
Each referrer sets their own fee, and you pay only after the referrer accepts your request.
Does a Databricks referral guarantee an interview?
No. A Databricks referral puts your profile in front of the recruiter through the internal process, but Databricks decides on interviews, offers and hiring.
How long should I wait to reapply to Databricks after a rejection?
Candidates are usually asked to wait about 12 months after a final-round rejection before interviewing for a similar role again.
Where is Databricks headquartered?
Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, California and was founded in 2013.
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