Software Engineer - Winter Intern

Rubrik’s interview process typically starts with a timed online coding test focusing on arrays, strings and graph problems, followed by a technical interview that probes system design basics and language proficiency. The final HR round assesses cultural fit and communication skills. Candidates should practice coding under time pressure and be ready to discuss past projects clearly.

Round 1: Online coding assessment → Round 2: Technical interview (design & coding) → Round 3: HR interview

Rubrik promotes a high‑performance yet inclusive culture where engineers are encouraged to take ownership of projects. The company offers strong mentorship, flexible work hours, and a focus on continuous learning, ensuring a balanced work‑life experience while driving rapid career growth.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field; CGPA 8.0 or above; final year (2027) of Circuital branches only; must be available onsite in Bangalore from Jan 2027 to May 2027; no remote option; no backlogs allowed.

Rubrik is a fast‑growing Security and AI Operations company that sits at the intersection of data protection, cyber‑resilience and enterprise AI acceleration. Founded with a vision to secure the world’s data while enabling trusted AI, Rubrik offers a unified platform – Rubrik Security Cloud – that protects, monitors and recovers data, identities and workloads across multi‑cloud environments. The company’s newer offering, Rubrik Agent Cloud, focuses on scaling AI agents safely, providing real‑time guardrails, fine‑tuning, and rollback capabilities. With a global footprint and a culture that prizes innovation, Rubrik has become a preferred employer for engineers who want to work on cutting‑edge technology that directly impacts the security and AI landscape. The Software Engineer – Winter Intern role is designed for final‑year engineering students who are eager to contribute to real product development. Interns are given ownership of end‑to‑end features rather than isolated tasks, allowing them to experience the full software lifecycle—from design and coding to testing, deployment and maintenance. The position is onsite in Bangalore from January to May 2027, providing direct mentorship from senior engineers and exposure to Rubrik’s production‑grade cloud infrastructure. Key responsibilities include: 1. Designing and implementing new features for Rubrik’s security and AI platforms. 2. Writing clean, maintainable code in Java, C++, Scala or Python. 3. Developing unit and integration tests to ensure high reliability. 4. Participating in code reviews and providing constructive feedback. 5. Debugging and resolving performance bottlenecks in the software stack. 6. Collaborating with cross‑functional teams such as product, QA and DevOps. 7. Contributing to documentation and knowledge‑sharing sessions. 8. Managing individual project timelines and deliverables with minimal supervision. 9. Assisting in the deployment pipeline and monitoring of released features. 10. Continuously learning and applying best practices in cloud security and AI operations. The tech stack revolves around cloud‑native services, container orchestration, and modern programming languages. Interns will gain hands‑on experience with distributed systems, RESTful APIs, and automated testing frameworks. Successful interns may be offered a full‑time position, with clear growth paths into senior engineering, architecture, or specialized security and AI roles. Joining Rubrik means working in a merit‑based environment that values curiosity, impact and collaboration, making it an ideal launchpad for fresh talent aiming to shape the future of data security and AI.