Staff Software Engineer - Database Engine Internals
DatabricksStaff Software Engineer - Database Engine Internals
DatabricksLocation
Mountain View, CA, San Francisco, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
8/25/2026
Compensation
Not listed
Job description
The role at Databricks involves working on the next generation of query engines and structured storage systems aimed at outperforming traditional data warehouses. The team focuses on various areas including query compilation, distributed execution, and data security. Candidates will contribute to designing and implementing systems that enhance performance and support diverse workloads. This position is ideal for those passionate about database and distributed systems with a strong focus on delivering customer value.
Requirements
- A passion for database systems, storage systems, distributed systems, language design, or performance optimization
- Experience working towards a multi-year vision with incremental deliverables
- Motivated by delivering customer value and impact
- 8+ years of experience working in a related system is preferred
- Optional: PhD in databases or distributed systems
Responsibilities
- Design and implement next generation query engines and structured storage systems
- Work on query compilation and optimization
- Develop distributed query execution and scheduling mechanisms
- Enhance the vectorized execution engine
- Implement data security measures
- Manage resource allocation effectively
- Coordinate transaction processes
- Create efficient storage structures including encodings and indexes
- Optimize physical data automatically
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Databricks Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
83
FY2026
Approval rate
99.7%
FY2026
LCA certified
174
FY2026
Entry-level share
4.0%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+19%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-54%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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