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Software Engineer - Winter Intern

Company
Company Rubrik
Type
Opportunity Type Internship
Salary
Stipend / Salary Rs 15,000 - 25,000 per month (stipend)
Location
Location Bangalore, India
Posted Date
Posted Date Today
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field; CGPA 8.0 or above; must be a 2027 graduate from Circuital branches only; available for on‑site internship in Bangalore from January 2027 to May 2027; no remote options; no backlogs allowed.

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Round 1: Online coding assessment (DSA and basic programming)
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Round 2: Technical interview (system design, coding, and problem solving)
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Round 3: HR interview (fit, motivation, and internship logistics)
Rubik is a global leader at the intersection of data protection, cyber resilience, and enterprise AI acceleration. Founded in 2014, the company has built a reputation for delivering end‑to‑end security solutions that protect data across on‑premise, cloud, and SaaS environments. With a rapidly expanding portfolio that includes Rubrik Security Cloud and Rubrik Agent Cloud, the firm helps enterprises secure, monitor, and recover critical workloads while enabling trusted AI deployments at scale. Rubik’s culture emphasizes autonomy, rapid learning, and a merit‑based growth path, making it an attractive destination for ambitious engineers who want to work on cutting‑edge security and AI technologies. The Winter Internship for Software Engineers is a full‑time, on‑site opportunity in Bangalore from January to May 2027. Interns are treated as full members of the engineering team and are given ownership of real‑world projects rather than repetitive tasks. The role is designed for students who are eager to contribute to a high‑impact product suite, collaborate with senior engineers, and experience the end‑to‑end software development lifecycle in a fast‑moving security environment. Key responsibilities include: 1. Designing, developing, testing, and deploying new features for Rubik’s security and AI platforms. 2. Writing clean, maintainable code in Java, Python, C/C++, or Scala. 3. Conducting code reviews and providing constructive feedback to peers. 4. Identifying performance bottlenecks and proposing optimization strategies. 5. Collaborating with product managers and designers to translate requirements into technical specifications. 6. Maintaining documentation and ensuring compliance with security best practices. 7. Participating in daily stand‑ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives. 8. Building automated test suites and contributing to CI/CD pipelines. 9. Debugging production issues and delivering timely fixes. 10. Continuously learning emerging technologies related to data protection and AI operations. The tech stack primarily revolves around Java, Python, and Scala for backend services, with C/C++ used for performance‑critical components. Interns will also gain exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and modern DevOps tools. Rubik encourages interns to explore AI‑related libraries and security frameworks, providing a holistic view of the product ecosystem. Growth path: Successful interns may receive a full‑time offer to join Rubik’s engineering teams, with clear progression from Software Engineer I to senior and staff roles. The company invests heavily in continuous learning, offering mentorship programs, internal tech talks, and sponsorship for certifications. Why join Rubik? You will work on mission‑critical security solutions that protect some of the world’s largest enterprises, gain hands‑on experience with AI‑driven operations, and be part of a culture that values initiative, diversity, and rapid career growth. The internship offers a competitive stipend, exposure to cutting‑edge technology, and the chance to make a tangible impact early in your career.

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Curated logical, quantitative, and verbal reasoning problems to sharpen reasoning skills required for the initial screening test.

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Algorithm and Data Structure Problem Set

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Round 1: Online Assessment (OA)
Aptitude, Quantitative Logic & 2 Coding Problems
Focus on accuracy and speed. Practice arrays, strings, and standard arithmetic puzzles.
Round 2: Technical Interview 1
Core Tech Stack (Java, Python, C++, Scala, problem solving, data structures, algorithms, Git, Linux, cloud fundamentals) & Live Code Tracing
Explain your thought process aloud. Analyze time & space complexities before coding.
Round 3: System Design & Problem Solving
Database Schemas, APIs & Architecture Basics
Clarify edge cases, diagram schemas cleanly, and discuss scalability trade-offs.
Round 4: HR & Cultural Fit Discussion
Rubrik Core Values, Learning Agility & Offer Terms
Demonstrate passion, strong communication, and readiness for full-time collaboration.
Explain OOP (Object-Oriented Programming) principles with real-world examples in Java. Answer ▼
Model Answer: 1. Encapsulation (data hiding via private fields/getters). 2. Abstraction (hiding implementation complexity). 3. Inheritance (code reusability). 4. Polymorphism (method overriding/overloading).
What is the time and space complexity of QuickSort vs MergeSort? Answer ▼
Model Answer: QuickSort: Average O(N log N) time, O(log N) space. Worst O(N^2). MergeSort: Guaranteed O(N log N) time, but requires O(N) auxiliary space.
Explain the difference between SQL Indexing (B-Tree vs Hash) and when not to use an index. Answer ▼
Model Answer: Indexes speed up SELECT queries via B-Trees. However, they slow down INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE operations because indexes must be updated on disk. Avoid on low-cardinality columns (e.g., boolean flags).
What happens under the hood when you enter a URL in a browser? Answer ▼
Model Answer: 1. DNS lookup (resolves IP). 2. TCP 3-way handshake (SYN, SYN-ACK, ACK). 3. TLS negotiation for HTTPS. 4. HTTP GET request sent. 5. Server responds with HTML/CSS/JS. 6. Browser renders DOM & CSSOM tree.
What is the difference between REST and GraphQL APIs? Answer ▼
Model Answer: REST uses multiple fixed endpoints with possible over/under-fetching. GraphQL uses a single endpoint allowing clients to query exact fields in a single request.
Why do you want to join Rubrik as a Software Engineer - Winter Intern?
Preparation Tip: Highlight Rubrik's market reputation, recent tech innovations, and how your skills in Java directly solve their team's objectives.
Describe a challenging bug or academic project roadblock and how you resolved it.
Preparation Tip: Use the STAR method: Situation (project context), Task (what needed solving), Action (specific tools/logic applied), Result (quantifiable positive outcome).
How do you handle strict deadlines or sudden scope changes?
Preparation Tip: Explain your prioritization strategy, proactive communication with mentors/peers, and agile mindset.

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