The Databricks Data Engineer

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The Databricks Hiring Manager's Guide: Why Certifications Don't Matter

The 3 specific signals that separate senior engineers from the stack of 100 identical resumes.

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Jakub Lasak
Jan 21, 2026
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Most candidates spend months getting certified, only to be ignored by hiring managers who value evidence over credentials.

In this post, we’ll cover:

  • The Certification Paradox: Why having more certifications can sometimes signal less capability.

  • The 3 Callback Signals: The specific evidence (Production, Cost, Architecture) that proves seniority.

  • Resume Tran…

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