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# Senior Backend Engineer - Scale, Performance & Leadership

- **Company:** Databricks, Inc.
- **Location:** Greater London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Distributed Systems, Backend, Databricks
- **Published:** September 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840612975-senior-backend-engineer-scale-performance--leadership

## About the Role

Databricks is seeking a highly skilled Senior Staff Software Engineer to join their backend team in Greater London. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience with large-scale distributed systems. Responsibilities include designing robust backend systems, mentoring junior engineers, and driving product development. The role requires technical leadership and collaboration across teams. Databricks offers comprehensive benefits and values diversity and inclusion as part of their company culture.
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