Startup vibe in an industry leader - Solutions Architect Databricks Employee Review

5.0
Feb 10, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

- Core cultural values are taken seriously, top to bottom - High bar for talent, including cultural fit, leads to strong cohesion and efficiency - Product innovation is breathtakingly rapid and high-quality - Room for all to influence what gets built & how it's delivered to customers - Company is poised to take a dominant role in an exciting industry - Very competitive pay and benefits package

Cons

Product & process decisions are generally tailored to fit what works best for the largest customers and the staff closest to HQ, so those working outside that space have to work harder to make their voices heard.

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5.0
Jun 24, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Fastest growing company Good Product

Cons

Work Life Balance can be improved for employees

2.0
May 30, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

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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