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Databricks Software Engineer Interview Experience

Databricks · Senior

ResultRejected
Timespan2 weeks
DifficultyDifficult
Rounds2

Interview process

Overall process is good, recruiter moves fast, interviewer is collaborative.

The expectation for coding round is high - aim for optimal and bug-free solution.

Interview rounds · 2

  1. 1

    Recruiter screen

    1. Q1. Tell me about your current role.
    2. Q2. Why Databricks?
    3. Q3. Why are you leaving?
  2. 2

    Phone screen

    1. Q1. Optimal Commute Path

Tips from the candidate

1. Ask good clarifying questions, handle edge cases in your code

2. Code fast, the questions are multi-parts and the expectation is to solve all parts to get a pass

3. Ask for hints if you are blocked

Company culture

People are nice - both recruiter and interviewers.

Details

CompanyDatabricks
RoleSoftware Engineer
LevelSenior
LocationUnited States
InterviewedJun 2026
Questions asked4