Databricks has announced a $250 million investment in India over the next three years, reinforcing its long-term commitment to building AI capabilities, supporting enterprise innovation, and scaling its operations in one of its fastest-growing markets. The announcement was made at the company’s Data Intelligence Day in Mumbai.
The company plans to expand its workforce in India by over 50%, growing its local team to more than 750 employees by the end of the fiscal year. A significant portion of this expansion will focus on engineering and research talent to support ongoing product development.
New R&D Hub and AI Training Initiative Launched
As part of this investment, Databricks has inaugurated a new 105,000 sq. ft. R&D centre at Bagmane Capital Park in Bengaluru. The centre currently houses over 100 engineers, with an additional 100+ R&D hires planned for 2024, according to Vinod Marur, senior vice president of engineering.
Databricks also introduced the India Data + AI Academy, a national-scale initiative designed to train 500,000 professionals over the next three years. The programme features AI-powered tutors, hands-on labs, and training modules in data, analytics, and AI. Participants will be eligible for Databricks certifications upon completion.
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“India is emerging as a global AI talent hub, and Databricks is proud to invest in its growing ecosystem,” said Rochana Golani, vice president of learning and enablement. She added that Accenture has already launched a Databricks-focused learning programme at its Bengaluru Innovation Hub as part of this initiative.
Expanding Enterprise Use of the Data Intelligence Platform
India continues to be a strategic growth market for Databricks, with organisations such as HDFC Bank, Swiggy, Zepto, Freshworks, TVS Motors, and CommerceIQ already leveraging the company’s Data Intelligence Platform.
“I’m excited that all our investments in India will ultimately enable our customers to become more successful in their data and AI journey,” said Ed Lenta, senior vice president and GM for Asia Pacific & Japan.
The Bengaluru facility joins Databricks’ global network of R&D centres, which includes Amsterdam, Belgrade, Berlin, San Francisco, Mountain View, and Seattle, positioning India as a core pillar in its innovation strategy.
