# Senior Software Engineer - Backend

**Company:** [Databricks](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/databricks)
**Location:** Aarhus, Denmark
**Role:** Backend Engineering
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Skills:** Java, Scala, Go, Rust, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, GCP, Distributed Systems, Cloud Infrastructure, Security, Static Analysis, Automated Release Pipelines, Test Automation
**Posted:** 2026-08-11

> Builds and operates large-scale distributed backend infrastructure for the Databricks platform, including cloud-agnostic services and developer productivity tooling. The role requires 5+ years of software development experience, backend programming expertise, and a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Build infrastructure for the Databricks platform at scale.
- Build foundational infrastructure platforms that operate across geographic regions and cloud providers.
- Implement cloud-agnostic infrastructure abstractions to help engineers manage and operate services efficiently.
- Develop tools and processes that improve engineering efficiency and developer experience, including support for programming languages, linters, static analysis, IDEs, remote development environments, automated release pipelines, and test automation frameworks.
- Optimize the Rust development experience across the organization.
- Lead projects through inception, design, implementation, and operations.
- Collaborate with teams to deliver measurable engineering impact.
- Produce clear technical documentation that supports alignment and decision-making.

## Requirements
- 5+ years of professional software development experience.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Java, Scala, or Go.
- Hands-on experience developing and operating large-scale, critical distributed backend systems.
- Experience with infrastructure systems, security, and sensitive data.
- Familiarity with Kubernetes or cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-driven approach and strong focus on collaboration and delivery.

## Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and perks tailored to regional employee needs.

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