DatabricksISO/NSO
Software Engineer equity at Databricks: RSU value and IPO timeline
Databricks engineers receive RSUs. With $3.6B ARR growing 60% YoY and an IPO expected in 2026, here's what your grant is worth today.
Databricks — current market snapshot
Last primary round
$134B
Series L · 2026-02
Secondary market
$134B
+0% vs primary · Forge · 2026-04
Annual revenue (ARR)
$5.4B
+65% YoY
Equity type
ISO/NSO
Strike: $85–$110
Typical equity range — Software Engineer at Databricks
$200K–$900Kat grant-date value · varies by level and negotiation
Total compensation range: $300K–$550K (base + bonus + equity amortized)
Key things to know
- →Databricks grants RSUs — no exercise cost, vests over 4 years.
- →Series J at $62B (December 2024). Secondary market implies ~$68B.
- →$3.6B ARR growing 60% YoY. IPO widely anticipated 2026.
- →Recent Mosaic ML and Tabular acquisitions expand the platform breadth.
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Liquidity outlook for Databricks
IPO highly anticipated, likely 2026–2027 given massive scale. One of the most closely watched pre-IPO names in tech.
As an option holder, you'll need to exercise your ISO/NSO to own shares. Strike price, exercise cost, and tax treatment (ISO vs NSO) all matter. Model carefully with a CPA.
Frequently asked questions
How much equity does a software engineer at Databricks get?↓
Databricks SWEs typically receive $200K–$900K in RSU grants at grant-date fair value, depending on level. With the company at $62B and growing fast, newer grants reflect the higher valuation.
When will Databricks IPO?↓
Databricks has indicated readiness for an IPO. With $3.6B ARR growing 60% YoY and strong institutional demand, 2026 is the widely cited window. An IPO would provide full liquidity for vested RSU holders.
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