Software Engineer - Intern

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

Rubik promotes a collaborative, high‑trust environment where engineers are given ownership of features and encouraged to experiment. The company balances fast product delivery with a strong emphasis on learning, offering regular tech talks and mentorship. Employees report good work‑life balance, flexible hours, and clear growth opportunities within a globally recognized data‑security brand.

Rubik’s interview process typically starts with a timed online coding test focusing on arrays, strings, and graph problems. Successful candidates move to a technical interview where they discuss system design basics, write code on a shared editor, and answer scenario‑based questions about scalability. The final HR round assesses cultural fit, communication skills, and motivation. Preparation should include strong fundamentals in algorithms, clear problem‑solving articulation, and familiarity with cloud concepts.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field; CGPA 8.0 or above; only circuital branches (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication) graduating in 2027; must be available onsite in Bangalore from Jan 2027 to May 2027; no active backlogs allowed; must have legal right to work in India.

Rubik is a global cloud data management and security company that helps enterprises protect, manage, and recover their data across on‑premises, private, and public clouds. Founded in 2014, Rubik has rapidly grown to become a leader in data backup, disaster recovery, and ransomware protection, serving Fortune‑500 customers worldwide. The company’s culture emphasizes innovation, autonomy, and a "responsibility over tasks" mindset, allowing engineers to own end‑to‑end features and see the impact of their work in real time. With offices in the US, Europe, and India, Rubik offers a fast‑paced environment where fresh talent can collaborate with seasoned professionals on cutting‑edge cloud technologies. The Software Engineer – Intern role in Bangalore is designed for bright engineering students who are eager to translate classroom concepts into production‑grade software. Interns will be embedded within product teams, contributing to the design, development, testing, and deployment of Rubik’s data protection platform. The position offers a blend of hands‑on coding, problem‑solving, and exposure to large‑scale distributed systems, making it an ideal launchpad for a career in cloud infrastructure or software development. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Design, develop, test, and deploy new features for Rubik’s backup and recovery solutions. 2. Write clean, maintainable, and well‑documented code in Java, Python, or C++. 3. Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers. 4. Identify performance bottlenecks and propose optimization strategies. 5. Collaborate with product managers and QA engineers to define requirements and acceptance criteria. 6. Maintain and improve existing services, ensuring high reliability and scalability. 7. Contribute to automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines. 8. Document technical decisions and create knowledge‑base articles for future reference. 9. Stay updated with emerging cloud technologies and suggest innovative improvements. 10. Manage individual project timelines, deliverables, and communicate progress to the team. **Tech Stack**: Java, Python, C/C++, Scala, RESTful APIs, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS/GCP, Git, Jenkins. **Growth Path**: Successful interns are often offered full‑time Software Engineer positions, with clear career ladders ranging from Engineer I to Senior Engineer, Lead, and eventually Architecture roles. Rubik invests heavily in continuous learning, providing access to internal tech talks, mentorship programs, and sponsorship for conferences. **Why Join Rubik?** The internship offers exposure to a market‑leading product used by global enterprises, mentorship from industry veterans, and the chance to work on real customer‑facing features. The company’s flat hierarchy encourages ideas from any level, fostering a culture where interns can make meaningful contributions from day one.