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Sr Software Engineer-Networking

Databricks

Company websitedatabricks.com (Databricks, opens in new tab)

Base salary $157,000  to $213,800

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Bellevue, WA

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  • LocationBellevue, WA
  • WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
  • Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since

About this job

(P-1286)

At Databricks, we are passionate about enabling data teams to solve the world's toughest problems — from making the next mode of transportation a reality to accelerating the development of medical breakthroughs. We do this by building and running the world's best data and AI infrastructure platform so our customers can use deep data insights to improve their business. 

Networking Infrastructure is a core part of the platform that powers all our data and AI products. The platform also powers key enterprise security features used by customers across all our products to build connectivity solutions to cloud resources and prevent data exfiltration. 

We are seeking experienced Senior Software Engineers with large-scale distributed system experience to join the Networking Infrastructure team. You will design and automate the networking foundations for large-scale compute clusters across all the major cloud providers, connecting millions of VMs running on Databricks. You will lead the design and development of secure and scalable connectivity that powers all the data / AI workloads. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, operations, and other engineering teams, to ensure the delivery of robust, scalable, and efficient networking systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about solving novel multicloud and distributed systems challenges.

What we look for:

  • 5+ years of production-level experience in one of: Python, Java, Scala, C++, or a similar language
  • 4+ years of experience developing large-scale distributed systems from scratch
  • Experience working on a SaaS platform or with Service-Oriented Architectures.
  • Extensive experience working on large-scale compute clusters, network connectivity, and automation.

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

$157,000—$213,800 USD

About Databricks

Databricks is the Data and AI company. More than 20,000 organizations worldwide — including adidas, AT&T, Bayer, Block, Mastercard, Rivian, Unilever, and 70% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data + AI Platform to build and scale data and AI apps, analytics and agents. Headquartered in San Francisco with 30+ offices around the globe, Databricks offers a unified platform that includes Genie, Lakebase, Agent Bricks, Lakeflow, Lakehouse, and Unity Catalog. To learn more, follow Databricks on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, and Instagram.

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.

Source: Databricks on Greenhouse · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($157,000) is above 59% of the 1,389 Software Engineering roles in Washington listed on this site. Their median floor is $143,700; the middle half runs from $143,700 to $168,100.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live Databricks roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live Databricks roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Sr Software Engineer-Networking (this listing)$157,000 - $213,800
Sr. Product Manager, Data Governance$156,600 - $215,250
Sr. Product Manager, Databricks Repos$156,600 - $215,250
Sr. Product Manager, Databricks AI$156,600 - $215,250
Sr. Product Manager, Databricks Free Edition$156,600 - $215,250
Sr. Product Manager, Compute Platform$156,600 - $215,250
Senior Software Engineer - Fullstack$157,700 - $213,800

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All Databricks roles · How to read the bar

Observed changes

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  2. Began meeting the published-salary criteria
Observed since
Employer-stated posting date
2025-10-14
Where this pay comes from

Location as the employer wrote it: Bellevue, Washington

USD 157,000 – 213,800 · interval unstated · pay_input_range · Local Pay Range · base family (R345 D1)

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