Depends on the team you’re on - Anonymous employee Databricks Employee Review

3.0
Jan 25, 2023
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Some of the smartest and most ambitious people you’ll meet Great product, well regarded in the market

Cons

Your success largely depends on the team and territory you’re assigned. Somewhat of a hire and fire culture if you don’t ramp up to speed quick

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
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Pros

* high growth * faced paced * brilliant co-workers

Cons

* long hours, but you learn a lot

2.0
May 30, 2026
Recommend
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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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