Sr. Engineering Manager - Databricks Default Storage

P-932

At Databricks, we are passionate about enabling data teams to solve the world's toughest problems—from pioneering advancements in healthcare to driving innovations in sustainable energy. We achieve this by building and running the world's best data and AI infrastructure platform, allowing our customers to harness deep data insights to transform their businesses.

Our Default Storage solution is central to this mission, providing seamless, secure, and scalable data storage that empowers organizations to focus on innovation rather than infrastructure complexities. By simplifying data management and enhancing security and governance, our Default Storage has become a cornerstone of our platform's success. As the demand for efficient and secure data storage continues to grow, so does the importance of our storage solutions. As the Senior Engineering Manager of Databricks Default Storage, you'll lead the development of cutting-edge storage solutions designed for ease of use, scalability, and unmatched performance.

We are seeking a visionary Senior Engineering Manager to oversee the integration and optimization of out-of-box Default Storage for Databricks. In this role, you will lead a high-performing engineering team, drive strategic initiatives, and collaborate with major cloud service providers to enhance our data management solutions.

About the Team

The Databricks Default Storage team focuses on the development and optimization of our out-of-box Default Storage solutions for Databricks. Our goal is to simplify data management processes, enhance security and governance, and streamline cloud infrastructure management. This team is at the forefront of innovation in cloud storage, ensuring that our solutions are not only robust and secure but also seamlessly integrated with major cloud service providers and enterprise data frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Guide a cloud-agnostic engineering team committed to delivering the best out-of-box Default Storage for Databricks.
• Engage in technical, product, strategy and design discussions focused on cloud storage management and optimization.
• Define and drive the future of out-of-box Default Storage, aligning with company strategy and evolving customer needs.
• Oversee the recruitment and development of top-tier talent to build a cohesive and dynamic engineering team.
• Foster leadership within the team through coaching, mentorship, and providing growth opportunities.
• Implement strategic processes to efficiently realize the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for our Default Storage offering.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals and partner ecosystems.
• Evolve the organizational structure to support long-term initiatives and establish effective communication frameworks.

Requirements

• 5+ years in systems related to cloud storage, data management, or similar technical fields.
• A deep enthusiasm for enhancing and innovating cloud storage and data management solutions.
• Proven ability in building high-quality and reliable infrastructure services with a focus on testing, quality assurance, and service level agreements.
• Demonstrated ability to attract, hire, and mentor engineers of the highest caliber; experience in growing leaders and integrating top-tier senior talent.
• Ability to gain the trust of the team and guide their careers effectively; experience managing distributed teams is preferred.
• Comfortable working with product management and directly with customers; possesses a deep understanding of product nuances and customer personas.