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Sr. Manager, Equity Administration

GAQ326R160

While candidates in the listed location(s) are encouraged for this role, candidates in other locations will be considered.

Databricks is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Senior Manager, Equity Administration & Transformation to support the design, implementation, and scaling of a world-class global equity program. This role reports to the Director of Equity Administration and will be instrumental in building and transforming scalable, efficient, and compliant processes that enhance both operational performance and employee experience.

We’re looking for a candidate with 8–10+ years of combined private and public company experience, with demonstrated success in equity administration, compliance, and transformational initiatives. If you are passionate about equity programs, proactive by nature, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to meet you.

Key Responsibilities

Equity Administration

  • Administer Databricks’ global equity programs, including stock options, RSUs, and future ESPP initiatives.

  • Prepare and maintain monthly reconciliations for grants, exercises, releases, cancellations, and share balances.

  • Deliver exceptional service and education to equity participants at all levels, including live and recorded sessions.

  • Partner cross-functionally with HR, Legal, Tax, Payroll, Accounting, and other stakeholders to support equity compensation initiatives and ensure data integrity across systems.

  • Continuously optimize the equity administration function through automation, process improvements, and implementation of best practices and internal controls.

  • Manage relationships with third-party vendors, including equity platforms, brokers, and transfer agents.

Reconciliation & Compliance

  • Oversee year-to-date stock transaction reconciliation in partnership with payroll.

  • Review internal equity-related reconciliations including terminations, tax withholdings, and reporting data.

  • Ensure compliance with U.S. tax regulations such as W-2, 1099, and Section 6039.

  • Support equity-related financial reporting and audits, including creating and automating custom reports for the accounting and technical reporting teams.

  • Collaborate with tax and external reporting teams to ensure timely and accurate equity accounting.

Project Management & Transformation

  • Lead and support key transformation initiatives, including global expansion of equity operations, ESPP implementation, and M&A integration.

  • Partner with the mobility team on international equity taxation and compliance matters.

  • Enhance employee understanding and experience through improved education and communication strategies.

  • Drive automation of payroll and mobility reporting processes across geographies.

  • Ensure SOX compliance for all equity-related processes and contribute to testing and documentation of internal controls.

Qualifications

Experience

  • 8–10+ years of equity administration experience, including international operations in both private and public company environments.

  • Proven track record managing equity compliance, reporting, and transformation projects.

  • Experience with mobility and global taxation related to equity compensation.

  • Strong familiarity with equity platforms (e.g., Shareworks, E*TRADE, etc.) and vendor management.

Skills

  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

  • Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication abilities.

  • Ability to navigate audits, solve complex problems, and implement scalable solutions quickly.

  • Adept in Excel and data/reporting tools.

Certifications

  • Certified Equity Professional (CEP), Level 3 required.

 

Pay Range Transparency

Databricks is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range(s) for this role is listed below and represents base 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 utilizes 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
$167,500$256,800 USD

About Databricks

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 TwitterLinkedIn and Facebook.

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, please visit https://www.mybenefitsnow.com/databricks

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 inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. 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

If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.

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