The most exciting pre-ipo startup - Senior Manager Databricks Employee Review

5.0
Feb 9, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

I’m relatively new to Databricks, but I absolutely love the culture, the passion for product, the speed of execution, the quality of my colleague, and the knowledgeable grounded leadership.

Cons

It’s a startup. Processes are immature. It’s a bit of the wild Wild West. This can lead to more excitement or frustration. Depends on how you deal with ambiguity.

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Pros

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Cons

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2.0
May 30, 2026
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Pros

Great teams made up of smart, motivated people. Databricks is an exciting place to work because it is part of the growing data and AI tools space. The benefits and income are also good overall.

Cons

Databricks no longer feels like a startup. There are now multiple layers of bureaucracy, and leadership can feel territorial rather than collaborative. Over time, it can seem like business growth and internal politics have become stronger drivers than innovation or employee experience. For long-tenured employees, it may become harder to stay excited or feel challenged. Other companies may offer a more energizing environment.

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