Grind + money, you need to enjoy both here - Solutions Architect Databricks Employee Review

2.0
25 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

One of the fastest innovative place in the Data & AI space. Talented tech pool. The stock is doing good till now so equity payout is substantial, not sure if that will continue in coming years.

Cons

The grind culture is real. Either you move up or out, they fire a lot silently, so keep emergency fund ready. The company moves really fast, and sometime too fast for human employees. The product is promising but not perfect as they portray. Ask customers on their pain points. Work life balance is a real challenge. Great brand to add in your CV but very hard to sustain at this space with constant Sales and commercial pressure. Better to avoid if you have family and want peace rather, there are better places around for a little less money. This is a place for workaholic people only, period.

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5.0
24 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Fastest growing company Good Product

Cons

Work Life Balance can be improved for employees

2.0
30 May 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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