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Senior Software Engineer - Database Engine Internals

databricks
San Francisco, California
On-siteUSD 166,000 - 225,000 / year

About this role

About the Role Databricks is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to work on the next generation database engine internals in San Francisco. You will help design and implement a decoupled query engine and storage systems to support a Lakehouse architecture that unifies data warehousing and analytics.

What You'll Do

  • Contribute to query compilation and optimization and build distributed query execution and scheduling components
  • Develop vectorized execution engine and efficient storage structures (encodings, indexes)
  • Implement data security features and resource management
  • Coordinate transactions and optimize automatic physical data optimization
  • Collaborate across teams to deliver incremental milestones toward a multi-year vision

What We're Looking For

  • 5+ years of experience working in a related system (preferred)
  • Passion for database systems, storage systems, distributed systems, language design, or performance optimization
  • Experience delivering customer value and impact through incremental deliverables

Nice to Have

  • Optional: PhD in databases or distributed systems

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary range: $166,000 — $225,000 USD per year
  • Benefits include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and listed company benefits
  • Local pay range referenced; final compensation based on skills, experience, and location

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