Databricks Layoffs - Severance, Resources & Job Search Tips

Information for Databricks employees affected by layoffs. Severance details, alumni networks, job search resources, and career transition tips.

Databricks Layoffs

Technology (Data/AI) | San Francisco, CA | ~6,000 employees
3-4 months
Typical Severance
1
Recent Layoff Events
Technology (Data
Industry

Severance Information

What to Expect

Known for good packages when layoffs occur.

Note: Severance packages vary by role, tenure, and specific circumstances. This is general guidance based on reported packages.

Layoff History

April 2024

100+ affected

Targeted restructuring

Resources for Databricks Alumni

Data engineering jobs
AI/ML roles
Data platform companies

Career Transition Tip

Data engineering and Spark skills are in high demand. Consider Snowflake, Datadog, or similar.

Next Steps

  1. Review your severance package carefully - Don't sign immediately. You typically have 21-45 days.
  2. File for unemployment - Do this right away in your state. Find your state's guide
  3. Update your LinkedIn and resume - Include quantifiable achievements from Databricks
  4. Tap into alumni networks - Databricks alumni are often eager to help
  5. Consider your health insurance options - Compare COBRA vs. ACA marketplace plans

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