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Posted 2 days agoStaff Technical Program Manager- Platform Features
at Databricks
Mountain View, United StatesOn-site
Responsibilities
- Define program structure, drive execution, and hold teams accountable to clear outcomes.
- Cross-Organizational Alignment: Align engineering, product, design, field, legal, and marketing around a shared plan. Manage dependencies, resolve conflicts, and keep execution on track.
- Build early access programs, capture customer feedback, and translate it into execution priorities.
- Operational Excellence: Identify where the organization is losing speed, design scalable processes, and drive adoption across teams. Build systems that outlast individual programs.
- Data-Driven Execution: Define success metrics upfront. Track progress rigorously and use data to guide decisions and demonstrate impact. What We’re Looking For
- Track record of building scalable processes and operating models
Requirements
- Platform & Product Experiences | Shape How Databricks Executes at Scale
- At Databricks, Staff TPMs don’t just run programs — they define how the company executes at scale.
- This role sits at the center of our highest-priority platform and product investments, partnering across engineering, product, and go-to-market teams to bring foundational capabilities to market globally.
- You will own delivery of some of Databricks’ most important initiatives and programs that reach tens of thousands of enterprise customers worldwide.
- Scaling core platform experiences that define how customers interact with Databricks (e.g., workspace, identity, access, and cross-product workflows)
- Leading cross-functional initiatives that unify product experiences across data, AI, and governance capabilities What You’ll Own
- experience delivering end-to-end product launches across multiple geographies and functions
- Demonstrated ability to bring structure to ambiguous, fast-moving environments •
- Experience defining and tracking success metrics; familiarity with SQL or dashboards is a plus •
- Experience operating with high autonomy and ownership in ambiguous, high-stakes environments Preferred •
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Familiarity with Databricks or similar large-scale data ecosystems •
- Advanced degree in a technical field Why This Role is Unique
- This role sits at the center of Databricks’ core platform investments, with direct access to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape how the company executes.
- Based on the factors above, Databricks anticipates utilizing the full width of the range.
- Databricks is the data and AI company.
- More than 10,000 organizations worldwide — including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI.
- Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark™, Delta Lake and MLflow.
- To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter , LinkedIn and Facebook . Benefits
- At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive
- At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel.
- Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance
Experience
- 10+ years leading large-scale, cross-functional programs in enterprise software or B2B technology Proven
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision) 401(k) plan Equity awards Flexible time off
- Paid parental leave and family planning support Gym reimbursement
- Annual personal development fund
- Business travel accident insurance
- Pay Range Transparency
- Databricks is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
- The pay range(s) for this role is listed below and represents the expected salary range for non-commissionable roles or on-target earnings for commissionable roles. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, relevant certifications and training, and specific work location.
- The total compensation package for this position may also include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and the
- Local Pay Range $180,200 — $247,850 USD About Databricks
- benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the
Additional details
- You will lead complex, high-visibility programs where the path isn’t fully defined, align senior stakeholders, and build the operating models that scale execution across the company.
- You will influence roadmap decisions, drive execution across organizations, and ensure launches translate into real customer adoption and business impact.
- End-to-End Program Leadership: Own complex, cross-functional programs from initial scoping through launch and adoption.
- Product Launch & Enterprise Adoption: Partner with field teams, solutions architects, and customer success to drive successful launches.
- Executive Communication: Own communication with senior leadership. Provide clear updates, highlight risks, and enable fast, well-informed decision-making.
- Experience influencing roadmap and prioritization, not just delivery
- Credibility with both engineers and executives; strong communication skills with VP and C-level stakeholders
- Strong instincts for risk management, escalation, and stakeholder alignment •
- Background in data platforms, governance systems, or developer-facing products
- Experience scaling both 0→1 programs and mature systems