# Sr Software Engineer-Networking

**Company:** [Databricks](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/databricks)
**Location:** Mountain View, CA
**Role:** Backend Engineering
**Salary:** $166k – $225k/yr
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Skills:** Python, Java, Scala, C++, Distributed Systems, Networking, Compute Clusters, Cloud Providers, SaaS, Service-Oriented Architecture
**Posted:** 2026-01-30

> Designs and automates networking infrastructure for large-scale Databricks compute clusters across cloud providers. Requires 5+ years in Python/Java/Scala/C++ and 4+ years in distributed systems with networking expertise.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities

- Design and automate networking for millions of VMs on Databricks clusters
- Lead secure and scalable connectivity solutions for data/AI products
- Work with product management, operations, and engineering teams

## Requirements

- **5+ years** production-level experience in **Python**, **Java**, **Scala**, **C++**, or similar
- **4+ years** developing large-scale distributed systems
- Experience with SaaS platforms or Service-Oriented Architectures
- Extensive experience with large-scale compute clusters, network connectivity, and automation

## Compensation

**$166,000 - $225,000 USD** base salary, plus potential bonus, equity, and benefits.

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