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Our mission at Databricks is to radically simplify the whole data lifecycle from ingestion to ETL, BI, and all the way up to ML/AI with a unified platform. To achieve this goal, we believe the data warehouse architecture as we know it today will be replaced by a new architectural pattern, Lakehouse (CIDR 2021 paper), open platforms that unify data warehousing and advanced analytics. The new architecture will help address several major challenges, including data staleness, reliability, total cost of ownership, data lock-in, and limited use-case support. A critical part of realizing this vision is the next generation (decoupled) query engine and structured storage system that can outperform specialized data warehouses in relational query performance, yet retain the expressiveness and of general purpose systems such as Apache Sparkâ„¢ to support diverse workloads ranging from ETL to data science.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As Part Of This Team, You Will Be Working In One Or More Of The Following Areas To Design And Implement These Next Gen Systems That Leapfrog State-of-the-art:
- Query compilation and optimization
- Distributed query execution and scheduling
- Vectorized execution engine
- Data security
- Resource management
- Transaction coordination
- Efficient storage structures (encodings, indexes)
- Automatic physical data optimization
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 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 (preferred)
- Optional: PhD in databases or distributed systems
PAY RANGE TRANSPARENCY
Databricks is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range(s) for this role is listed below and represents the expected salary range for non-commissionable roles or on-target earnings for commissionable roles. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, relevant certifications and training, and specific work location. Based on the factors above, Databricks anticipates utilizing the full width of the range. The total compensation package for this position may also include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and the benefits listed above. For more information regarding which range your location is in visit our page here.
Local Pay Range: $192,000—$260,000 USD
ABOUT DATABRICKS
Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide — including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark™, Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.
BENEFITS
At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region click here.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
COMPLIANCE
If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.
INTRODUCTION
Our mission at Databricks is to radically simplify the whole data lifecycle from ingestion to ETL, BI, and all the way up to ML/AI with a unified platform. To achieve this goal, we believe the data warehouse architecture as we know it today will be replaced by a new architectural pattern, Lakehouse (CIDR 2021 paper), open platforms that unify data warehousing and advanced analytics. The new architecture will help address several major challenges, including data staleness, reliability, total cost of ownership, data lock-in, and limited use-case support. A critical part of realizing this vision is the next generation (decoupled) query engine and structured storage system that can outperform specialized data warehouses in relational query performance, yet retain the expressiveness and of general purpose systems such as Apache Sparkâ„¢ to support diverse workloads ranging from ETL to data science.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As Part Of This Team, You Will Be Working In One Or More Of The Following Areas To Design And Implement These Next Gen Systems That Leapfrog State-of-the-art:
- Query compilation and optimization
- Distributed query execution and scheduling
- Vectorized execution engine
- Data security
- Resource management
- Transaction coordination
- Efficient storage structures (encodings, indexes)
- Automatic physical data optimization
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 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 (preferred)
- Optional: PhD in databases or distributed systems
PAY RANGE TRANSPARENCY
Databricks is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range(s) for this role is listed below and represents the expected salary range for non-commissionable roles or on-target earnings for commissionable roles. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, relevant certifications and training, and specific work location. Based on the factors above, Databricks anticipates utilizing the full width of the range. The total compensation package for this position may also include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and the benefits listed above. For more information regarding which range your location is in visit our page here.
Local Pay Range: $192,000—$260,000 USD
ABOUT DATABRICKS
Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide — including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark™, Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.
BENEFITS
At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region click here.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
COMPLIANCE
If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.
Tips for Your Staff Software Developer Internship Search
Apply months before the summer start date
Large software employers open summer internship applications the preceding fall, and structured cohorts often close before winter. Smaller companies and co-op programs post on a rolling basis closer to start dates, so check for new listings regularly rather than treating intern hiring as a single spring season.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Intern hiring teams for software roles expect limited work history and look for something concrete to assess instead. Two or three complete projects on a public repository, each showing the languages and frameworks you used and the problem you solved, give recruiters a real artifact and move you past candidates who list skills without proof.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and catches openings that never appear at a fair.
Practice coding screens out loud before your first interview
Staff software developer intern screens almost always include a live or recorded coding round covering data structures and algorithms. Practice solving problems while explaining your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at a correct answer, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the solution itself.
Staff Software Developer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a staff software developer internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level and want something concrete to assess. A linked GitHub repository or deployed project gives recruiters a real artifact to review. Apply directly through company career pages and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a staff software developer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it is consistent performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and return-offer timelines that often come near the end of the internship. The practical approach is to perform as if the offer depends on it while keeping your full-time search running in parallel.
When should I apply for staff software developer internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large tech and enterprise employers open summer internship applications the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role opens gives you the best chance before cohorts fill.
Are staff software developer internships paid?
Most professional staff software developer internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, so rates differ widely across employers. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it. Unpaid internships exist primarily at nonprofits and very early-stage startups, and they're the exception rather than the norm in software development.
What should a staff software developer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the languages, frameworks, and tools you used, and link directly to the code on a public repository. Relevant coursework in data structures, algorithms, systems, or your concentration belongs near the top. Keep everything to one page, intern hiring managers scan quickly and expect concise, not comprehensive.
Can international students get staff software developer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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