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Sr. Product Manager, Databricks Free Edition
Databricks · 🇺🇸 San Francisco, California
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 445 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 78 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Databricks paid sponsored hires in similar roles3 certified filings for “Sr. Staff Product Operations Manager” (Operations Research Analysts) in CA: $104k–$187k, median $126k. Most were filed at wage level II (33%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 445 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 78 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
RDQ126R51 Mission At Databricks, we’re on a mission to help data teams solve the world’s toughest problems. The Databricks Free Edition makes it easy for students, enthusiasts, and aspiring professionals to explore data and AI hands-on, gaining the skills and confidence to build the future. We’re looking for a Senior Product Manager to join the team driving Databricks Free Edition. You’ll collaborate closely with a cross-functional team of product managers, engineers, and designers to create experiences that make learning data and AI engaging, accessible, and impactful. The Impact You Will Have • Help shape and advance the vision, strategy, and roadmap for Databricks Free Edition, contributing to experiences that make learning data and AI engaging and accessible. • Collaborate with design, engineering, and education teams to deliver intuitive, hands-on learning journeys within Databricks. • Work with academic and learning program partners to support data and AI education through Databricks. • Coordinate with other product teams to ensure new features are thoughtfully introduced into Free Edition with the right user experience and guardrails. • Engage directly with learners and users to understand their goals, identify friction points, and translate insights into impactful product improvements. • Define and track success metrics that measure learning engagement and user outcomes. What We Look For • 5+ years of product management experience, preferably in data, AI, or developer-focused platforms. • Strong customer empathy and passion for creating learning and onboarding experiences that empower users. • Proven ability to drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering, design, and go-to-market teams. • Excellent communication and storytelling skills, able to articulate vision, motivate teams, and simplify complex concepts. • Technical proficiency to collaborate effectively with engineering on data and platform capabilities. 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. Based on the factors above, Databricks anticipates utilizing the full width of the range. The total compensation package for this position may also include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and the benefits listed above. For more information regarding which range your location is in visit our page here . Zone 1 Pay Range $156,600 — $215,250 USD About Databricks Databricks is the Data and AI company. More than 20,000 organizations worldwide — including adidas, AT&T, Bayer, Block, Mastercard, Rivian, Unilever, and 70% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data + AI Platform to build and scale data and AI apps, analytics and agents. Headquartered in San Francisco with 30+ offices around the globe, Databricks offers a unified platform that includes Genie, Lakebase, Agent Bricks, Lakeflow, Lakehouse, and Unity Catalog. To learn more, follow Databricks on LinkedIn , X , YouTube , and Instagram . Benefits At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region click here . Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are