Software Engineer - Distributed Systems Interview Experience - Palo Alto, California
Process
I got referred in, so the recruiter sent me directly to the first technical round on algorithms. I was given one LeetCode-style problem which I was supposed to solve with an interviewer on call for 45 minutes, and there was no system design involved. Unfortunately, I didn't make it past this round. They gave me a fairly tricky medium which I hadn't seen before.
Questions
How to count zero-request servers within a time window, given a list of queries and server logs.
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Rubrik's interview process for their Software Engineer - Distributed Systems roles in Palo Alto, California is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
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Rubrik Work Experiences
- 4.0Bold Mission with Engaged LeadershipSoftware Development Engineer • Current EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesSeptember 21, 2025Pros: - High focus on the mission of recovery for any data loss. - Stellar Sales team and Product support teams. - Initial GTM (go-to-market) product was great. - Very good compensation for entry-level engineers in India, which attracts good talent.Cons: The company needs more very good mid-level experience, 8 to 15 years, that brings in experience as well as energy. The number of top-level ICs is good, which brings in experience, and the entry levels are very good, which brings in energy; more of a blend of both is good.
- 4.0Solid place for growth and learning.Software Engineer • Current EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesSeptember 20, 2025Pros: Great learning opportunities and supportive colleagues.Cons: The fast pace can be stressful at times.
- 2.0bad work environmentSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesAugust 21, 2025Pros: The company has a good reputation.Cons: The work environment is very toxic.
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