Databricks Expands Office in Costa Rica, Focusing on Latin America's Growth Potential

Databricks Expands Operations in Costa Rica

Databricks, a leading Data and AI company, recently celebrated the opening of its new office located in the America Free Zone (AFZ) in Heredia, Costa Rica. This significant milestone marks a major step forward in the company’s commitment to bolstering its presence in Latin America. With the Costa Rica team growing to accommodate around 200 employees, the expansion reflects Databricks’ dedication to harnessing the region's exceptional talent pool.

A Strategic Move in Latin America

Since the launch of its Costa Rica office in 2023, Databricks has experienced remarkable growth, achieving over 150% expansion in its LATAM business. The company focuses on several major regional clients, such as BAC Latam, Nubank, Grupo Bimbo, iFood, Bineo, and Kueski. Encouraged by the increasing demand for its offerings, Databricks plans to create an additional 100 jobs in Costa Rica by the end of 2025. This strategy aims to further enhance local operations and support the regional adoption of the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform.

Leadership Insights

Rory Patterson, the Chief of Staff to the CEO and VP of Corporate Operations at Databricks, highlighted the importance of Costa Rica in the company’s global strategy. According to Patterson, the Latin American teams are not only enhancing global operations but are also at the forefront of pioneering innovative automation and AI-based programs. This showcases the remarkable capabilities of Costa Rican talent, allowing Databricks to scale effectively.

Rodrigo Chaverri, Corporate Director of Data Analytics at BAC Latam, praised the capabilities of Databricks, stating that the company's solutions have helped modernize their data and analytics strategy. This transformation enhances their customer experience and fosters prosperity within the communities they serve.

Costa Rica: A Tech Hub

The Minister of Foreign Trade, Manuel Tovar, remarked that Databricks’ expansion adds to Costa Rica's reputation as a strategic tech hub in Latin America. He emphasized the country’s skilled workforce, reliable business environment, and robust digital infrastructure, which attract over 240 multinational companies in the tech sector. This investment reinforces global confidence in Costa Rica as a leader in managing complex processes from a stable and competitive platform.

Ariel Vargas, the Director of International LATAM Operations at Databricks, reiterated the company's commitment to building a future with the best talent available. He mentioned that the new office will serve as a cornerstone for its Latin American operations, fostering innovation and excellence while nurturing partnerships with local stakeholders.

Broadening Opportunities

The opening of this new office also highlights Costa Rica's position as a destination for knowledge-intensive services, accounting for 30% of the country's total exports. Laura López, CEO of the Trade Investment Promotion Agency (PROCOMER), stated that Databricks’ expansion signifies the trust that leading companies place in Costa Rica’s business environment, legal certainty, and skilled talent driving digital transformation on a global scale.

Databricks aims to fill a variety of roles through this investment, including positions in Finance, HR, IT, Technical Support, Marketing, Operations, and more. The company encourages professionals interested in such opportunities to join its mission of democratizing data and AI via the Data Intelligence Platform. For more information on available positions, potential candidates can visit the Databricks Careers page.

About Databricks

Founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark™, Delta Lake, and MLflow, Databricks has established itself as a leading force in the Data and AI landscape. With over 10,000 organizations, including major companies like Block, Comcast, Condé Nast, Rivian, and more than 60% of the Fortune 500, relying on its Data Intelligence Platform, Databricks continues to drive innovation and efficiency in data management and artificial intelligence. The company, headquartered in San Francisco, maintains a global presence that underscores its commitment to data-driven solutions.